You’ve seen the bottle. The distinctive amphora shape, the elegant label, the pale rose colour that seems to glow in any light — Domaine Ott is the most internationally recognised name in Provence rosé, and Clos Mireille is where the story is most beautifully told.

Set in a 174-hectare nature reserve on the coast of La Londe-les-Maures, with sea-facing terraces and vines that stretch toward the Mediterranean, Clos Mireille is the kind of place that makes you understand why Provence rosé conquered the world. The setting is pristine. The wines are impeccable. And the sense of history — the estate was founded in 1912 — adds a gravitas that elevates the experience from pleasant to memorable.

A Century of Elegance

The Ott family has been making wine in Provence for over a century, building a reputation on precision, consistency, and an uncompromising approach to quality. Clos Mireille is the coastal jewel of their three estates, and the maritime influence is unmistakable: the rosé is mineral and saline, the white is crisp and sea-breeze fresh, and both carry a finesse that sets them apart from the crowd.

The nature reserve surrounding the vines is a biodiversity haven — pine forests, garrigue, and wild orchids that frame the estate in a landscape that feels protected and timeless.

The Visit

Visits are by arrangement — contact the estate directly. The tasting takes place on the sea-facing terrace, with views that add their own persuasive argument to every glass. The experience is polished, professional, and quietly luxurious — very much in keeping with the Ott aesthetic.

The estate boutique offers the full range, including older vintages and limited releases that are difficult to find elsewhere.

Practical Information

Location: La Londe-les-Maures, on the coast between Hyères and Bormes

Getting there: About 40 minutes from Villa Mauricette.

Tastings: By appointment. Contact via website.

Wines: Rosé, White

Appellation: Côtes de Provence — La Londe

Website: domaines-ott.com

Mauricette’s Tip

Clos Mireille is best visited as part of a coastal day: tasting in the morning, then south to Saint-Clair Beach or Cavalière for a swim. You’ll taste the sea in the wine, then taste it again in the water.

The most iconic rosé in Provence, where it’s made — Villa Mauricette is your base for the Var’s finest estates.