The 2024 Château des Tourettes Vin de France Tinus Blanc de Noirs is a distinctive French white wine produced from red grape varieties at Château des Tourettes in Provence. Made using gentle pressing to limit colour extraction from the grape skins, this unconventional white wine offers an intriguing combination of delicate fruit, savoury complexity and refreshing structure. The nose reveals aromas of white peach, ripe pear, fresh citrus and subtle red berries, complemented by hints of wild herbs, white flowers and gentle mineral notes.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with a finely textured mouthfeel and lively acidity that balances its rounded fruit character. Flavours of ripe orchard fruit, lemon zest and delicate stone fruit unfold alongside subtle hints of strawberry, dried herbs and savoury spice. A gentle phenolic grip adds structure without heaviness, while the wine's freshness provides definition and balance. The finish is dry and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of citrus peel, subtle minerality and delicate herbal complexity.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an interesting choice for customers looking beyond traditional white grape varieties and exploring the distinctive character of Blanc de Noirs wines. The 2024 Château des Tourettes Tinus offers a balance of fruit texture, refreshing acidity and subtle savoury notes, making it particularly versatile with food. Best enjoyed over the next 3–5 years, with potential for further development under suitable storage conditions. Serve lightly chilled at 10–12°C. Particularly well suited to roast chicken with preserved lemon, grilled swordfish, seared scallops, mushroom and leek tart, herb-roasted pork or baked eggplant with thyme.
