Licence IV Rose, Provence, France

Licence IV Rosé 2025 captures the relaxed spirit of southern France with a fresh, organically grown Grenache rosé made for sharing. Inspired by the litre bottles once poured in neighborhood cafés and brasseries, this vibrant Vin de France delivers bright fruit, crisp acidity, and effortless drinkability in a generous one-litre bottle. Honest, refreshing, and unpretentious, it celebrates the everyday pleasure of gathering around the table with friends.

Product Details:

• Grape Variety: 100% Grenache
• ABV: 13%
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Soils: Clay and limestone
• Vinification: Night harvest, direct press with brief skin maceration, temperature-controlled fermentation
• Élevage: Concrete and stainless steel tanks on the lees

Sensory Description:

Delicate pale pink in the glass, this lively rosé opens with expressive aromas of pink grapefruit, strawberry blossoms, watermelon, and blood orange zest, accented by subtle Mediterranean herbs. The palate is crisp, dry, and energetic, offering vibrant flavors of fresh strawberries, tart watermelon, citrus, and a gentle saline minerality. Bright acidity carries the wine through a clean, refreshing finish that invites another sip.

Winemaker's Background:

Licence IV is a modern French wine project created by Gregory Castells of Martine's Wines as a tribute to the iconic "Licence IV" permit displayed in cafés, brasseries, and restaurants throughout France. The project revives the tradition of approachable, litre-format bistro wines by sourcing organically farmed fruit from trusted cooperative growers across southern France and producing wines that emphasize freshness, authenticity, and everyday enjoyment.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well chilled at 8-10°C. A perfect companion to picnics, charcuterie, grilled seafood, Mediterranean salads, fried fish, roast chicken, fresh goat cheese, or simply enjoyed as an aperitif with friends on a warm afternoon.