Sunday Sips Featuring: By.OTT Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022
A Refreshing Summer Rosé Worthy of the Spotlight
There’s something about a glass of pale pink wine on a sunny afternoon that feels inherently celebratory. For this edition of Sunday Sips, we’re pouring By.OTT Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022—a wine that embodies everything we love about Provence in the summer: elegance, freshness, and that signature whisper of sophistication.
By.OTT is produced by Domaines Ott, a family winery that’s been making some of the most revered rosés in Provence for over a century. While their flagship wines—like Clos Mireille and Château Romassan—often carry a higher price point and demand cellar time, By.OTT is crafted to be enjoyed young, fresh, and often. It’s approachable but by no means ordinary.
We’re taking a bottle to the beach and sharing our experience with you…
Tasting Notes
In the glass, By.OTT 2022 is a classic Provence rosé: a delicate, luminous pale pink with hints of peach skin and rose gold. On the nose, it opens with bright aromas of wild strawberries, white peach, citrus blossom, and a touch of Mediterranean herbs—think thyme and fennel fronds.
The palate is equally charming, with crisp acidity and a fine, saline minerality that speaks to its coastal terroir. You’ll notice flavors of juicy nectarine, pink grapefruit, and raspberry, balanced by a mouthwatering finish that’s both dry and refreshing. This is a rosé that’s designed to sip easily but still offers enough complexity to keep you interested from the first glass to the last.
Why By.OTT Rosé Is Perfect for Sunday Sips
Sunday Sips is about slowing down, savoring, and setting the tone for the week ahead. By.OTT’s easygoing elegance feels tailor-made for this ritual. Whether you’re enjoying a long, leisurely lunch with friends, a quiet afternoon on the porch, or preparing a sunset picnic on the beach, this wine complements the moment effortlessly. It’s versatile, beautiful in the glass, and strikes just the right note between relaxed and refined.
Food Pairings
Rosé from Provence is known for its adaptability at the table, and By.OTT is no exception. Its vibrant acidity and subtle fruit make it a natural partner for a wide range of dishes, from light seafood to fresh salads and everything in between.
Classic Pairings (Non-Vegan)
1. Niçoise Salad
A Provençal staple, Niçoise salad—complete with seared tuna, olives, green beans, and soft-boiled eggs—is a perfect match for By.OTT. The wine’s acidity cuts through the richness of the tuna and eggs, while its herbal notes echo the salad’s vinaigrette and anchovy.
2. Bouillabaisse
This saffron-scented seafood stew from Marseille pairs beautifully with rosé. The wine’s minerality complements the briny depth of the broth, while its citrus tones enhance the seafood.
3. Grilled Chicken with Herbs de Provence
Simple grilled chicken rubbed with herbs and olive oil works well with By.OTT’s subtle complexity. Serve alongside a lemony couscous or a ratatouille for a balanced, Mediterranean meal.
4. Charcuterie Board
Rosé’s acidity and freshness make it a classic choice for a charcuterie board laden with cured meats, cheeses, cornichons, and crusty bread.
Vegan Pairings
Rosé doesn’t need meat or dairy to shine—its bright, fruit-forward character is incredibly versatile with plant-based fare. Here are some inspired vegan pairings for your next Sunday Sips session:
1. Heirloom Tomato and Stone Fruit Salad
Peak-season tomatoes and stone fruits like peaches or nectarines tossed with fresh basil, olive oil, sea salt, and a splash of aged balsamic. The fruit echoes the peach and berry notes in the wine, while the acidity complements the tomatoes.
2. Grilled Vegetable Platter with Romesco Sauce
Grilled zucchini, eggplant, peppers, and mushrooms served with a smoky, garlicky Romesco sauce (made from roasted red peppers, almonds, and tomatoes) offer depth of flavor that pairs beautifully with By.OTT’s minerality.
3. Summer Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Rice paper rolls filled with herbs, vermicelli noodles, cucumber, carrot, and mango offer bright, crunchy freshness. The wine’s citrus and fruit notes complement the rolls, while the acidity balances the richness of the peanut sauce.
4. Watermelon, Cucumber, and Mint Salad
A light, hydrating dish that mirrors the wine’s refreshing quality. The melon’s sweetness highlights the wine’s fruit notes, and a sprinkle of flaky salt enhances both.
5. Chickpea Panisse with Olive Tapenade
Panisse—crispy chickpea flour fritters from the south of France—are a natural pairing for Provence rosé. Serve with a briny olive tapenade to echo the wine’s subtle salinity.
Entertaining with By.OTT
If you’re hosting a Sunday gathering, think of By.OTT as your starting point for crafting a Provence-inspired table. A menu of shared plates—think big bowls of olives, crudités with vegan aioli, tapenade on toasted sourdough, and seasonal salads—is ideal. Keep the table light, colorful, and packed with flavor.
Consider floral touches like fresh lavender or rosemary in small bud vases, linen napkins in soft neutrals, and chilled glasses ready for pouring. Provence rosé invites a certain leisurely pace—serve the wine well-chilled (about 45°F), but not ice-cold, to allow its delicate aromas to shine.
Music? Think something relaxed but chic: perhaps a playlist of acoustic French pop, soft jazz, or bossa nova to keep the vibe effortlessly elegant.
Final Thoughts
By.OTT Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022 is a wine that doesn’t ask too much of you—it simply invites you to enjoy the moment. It’s a wine of subtle sophistication, perfect for those lingering afternoons when conversation flows as easily as the wine.
Whether paired with Mediterranean classics, fresh vegan fare, or simply sipped solo as the sun begins to dip, By.OTT elevates the everyday into something worth savoring. Cheers to Sunday Sips, and to finding beauty in the simple pleasures.
