On the slopes of Gassin and Ramatuelle, overlooking the glistening Gulf of Saint-Tropez, Château Minuty stands as a timeless expression of Provençal elegance. Founded in 1936 by Gabriel Farnet and designated as one of only 23 Cru Classé estates in Côtes de Provence in 1955, Minuty has long been a benchmark for refined, sun-drenched rosé.

The estate spans over 200 hectares of vines, bathed in Mediterranean light and cooled by coastal breezes. Schist and limestone soils, coupled with sustainable viticulture and hand-harvesting, preserve freshness and precision in the fruit. Grenache, the house signature, forms the backbone of most blends, while Cinsault, Syrah, and Rolle (Vermentino) add nuance, lift, and aromatic complexity.

Minuty's portfolio is anchored by its expressive rosés. The M de Minuty captures the region’s easy grace—light, vibrant, and approachable. The Prestige cuvée adds depth, with a more structured palate and floral aromatics. Rosé et Or, composed primarily of old-vine Grenache and Rolle, is elegant and finely textured, offering notes of wild strawberry, citrus peel, and sea spray. At the pinnacle is 281, a rosé of purity and finesse, bottled in striking cobalt blue as a tribute to the Mediterranean horizon.

The winemaking philosophy emphasizes clarity and restraint. Grapes are gently pressed and fermented at low temperatures to retain delicate aromatics. No oak is used—this is rosé defined by freshness, texture, and light. The result is wines that feel effortlessly balanced, yet exacting in their detail.

In 2023, a new chapter began when Moët Hennessy acquired a majority stake in the estate. The transition aligned Minuty with a global family of luxury wine producers, yet the Matton-Farnet family, now in its third generation, continues to guide the domaine. Their influence remains evident in the vineyard practices, house style, and sense of place that defines every bottle.

Château Minuty is more than a rosé producer—it is a standard-bearer for the Côte d’Azur lifestyle. Its wines are luminous and composed, shaped by sea, stone, and the rhythms of Provençal life.