{"id":67846,"date":"2026-08-14T16:35:42","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T20:35:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/?p=67846"},"modified":"2026-08-14T16:59:47","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T20:59:47","slug":"esprit-de-cote-des-roses-a-festive-sparkling-rose-for-every-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/en\/fine-dining\/wines-and-spirits\/wines\/champagnes-and-sparkling-wines\/esprit-de-cote-des-roses-a-festive-sparkling-rose-for-every-course\/","title":{"rendered":"Esprit de Cote des Roses: A Festive Sparkling Ros\u00e9 for Every Course"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cote des\u00a0Roses, recognized as one of the most popular ros\u00e9 wines in Quebec, and perhaps in the world, has just launched its sparkling version: Esprit de Cote des Roses. This wine stands out for its refined flavour profile, affordable price and versatility when it comes to food and wine pairings. To mark the launch of this new product, we put together a platter inspired by Tableaux Paris, which collaborated with G\u00e9rard Bertrand, the producer behind Cote des\u00a0Roses, to design food and wine pairings for a full meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My history with Cote des Roses and G\u00e9rard Bertrand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve known this wine for several years now, and my in-depth knowledge comes from my friendship with Nicolas Galy, who served as G\u00e9rard Bertrand\u2019s North American ambassador until 2023. He recently launched his own line of non-alcoholic ap\u00e9ritifs, Pecette<\/a>. Ros\u00e9 wines are a major strength for G\u00e9rard Bertrand, particularly with Cote des\u00a0Roses, Hampton Water (which has been available at the SAQ in the past), Gris Blanc, and the top-of-the-line Clos du\u00a0Temple, not to mention the rest of the lineup, which isn\u2019t fully available in the Qu\u00e9bec province. If you\u2019re not familiar with G\u00e9rard Bertrand, these are prestigious wines from the south of France that invite you to take your time and savour an exceptional wine experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what is Esprit de Cote des Roses?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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The gorgeous bottle of Esprit de Cote des Roses
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This new ros\u00e9 is specifically designed for festive occasions, a trait the team highlights front and centre. The bottle’s redesign, featuring a more pronounced floral pattern, encourages its use as a decorative piece, reinforcing the brand’s floral identity. And no, gentlemen, flowers aren’t just for the ladies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This sparkling wine, crafted from a blend of Pinot Noir, Grenache Noir and Chardonnay, stands out for its freshness, brightness and festive character. It’s a smart choice to accompany a brunch, an ap\u00e9ritif, or even a full meal, where it’s sure to shine and win over your guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aging and vinification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Grown on a diverse terroir made up of hard garrigue limestone, schist soils and gravel, these vines benefit from the warm, windy Mediterranean climate of southern France, marked by mild winters. The altitude and proximity to the sea help preserve optimal freshness as the grapes ripen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Only the best was kept for Esprit de Cote des Roses: the grapes are gently pressed, keeping only the heart of the press and setting aside the first and last juices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blended with reserve wines, the cuv\u00e9e is then aged in barrel for several months. Its second fermentation is followed by aging on lees, which gives it added complexity and texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to enjoy it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Esprit de Cote des Roses stands out for its pale, clear and crystalline pink hue, similar to that of the classic Cote des Roses. Its aromatic profile brings to mind fresh red berries and white floral notes. This wine offers an indulgent tasting experience, marked by a delicate, creamy mousse and a perfect balance between freshness and roundness. Although it’s often presented as a more feminine wine, Esprit de Cote des Roses is perfectly suited to brunch, as it’s very dry and not sweet at all, much like a great gastronomic wine. At under $25 in 2026, it’s one of the most affordable sparkling wines on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s recommended to serve it between 8 and 10 degrees Celsius. This wine pairs beautifully with seafood, shellfish, fish carpaccios, and light Mediterranean cuisine, which inspired the menu below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our grand platter with Esprit de Cote des Roses<\/h2>\n\n\n
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A refined cheese and charcuterie platter will complement this delicious ros\u00e9 perfectly, creating a memorable tasting experience to share
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For a big celebration, a grand sharing platter is a must. I drew my inspiration from the refined aesthetic of Tableaux Pa<\/a>r<\/a>is<\/a>. The abundance of seasonal Qu\u00e9bec vegetables made it easy to bring this vision to life. I opted for a colour palette built around orange and pink-red tones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This delicious platter was made up of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n