A cracking lunch at Côte Brasserie in Henley-on-Thames was accompanied by a very affordable glass of pink from the Languedoc. No rudeness intended – but this simple style of rosé would once have been called Vin Ordinaire. Not an insult, just an indication of a wine cultured in sunny French climes offering reliable quality and consistency. This Anciens Temps pink is based on Cinsault- a sturdy ‘workhorse’ grape variety with plenty of character.

About this Vineyard

Anciens Temps is produced by Les Vignobles Foncalieu, a cooperative of over 800 winegrowers in the heart of the Languedoc – one of the largest producers and exporters of French wines from the south. Named Best Cooperative in France by the Revue des Vins de France, Foncalieu works across more than 20 appellations and the Anciens Temps range represents their talent for delivering brilliant value from this sun-blessed corner of southern France.

About The Author

I’m Rosalind and I’m here to talk to you about Rosé. Whether it’s your first choice or your last on a wine list, this site is for you. After years of writing about and tasting wine, there is something truly special to me about the pink stuff. On the Rose Report, I write reviews of the best Rosé Wines. You can find out more about me HERE.