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In anticipation of rosé season upcoming summer entertaining, the story about this double Rosé release of the  2017 Domaine de Cala Rosé and 2017 Domaine de Cala Prestige Rosé, is that the brand was created by Los Angeles-based Patina Restaurant Group Founder and celebrated Chef Joachim Splichal.  The family-owned and operated winery have a hone in Brignolesin.  Ever the  perfectionist, the launch follows a successful year of Splichal introducing his wine to consumers.

The Rosé has been the “up and comer” for the past five years at least.  It’s light, clear flavor and festive look is perfect for summer foods, sweet and savory.

Proprietor Joachim Splichal, chef and founder of Patina Restaurant Group, returned to Provence, France, where he began his storied culinary career, to achieve the culmination of his lifelong appreciation for wine: Domaine de Cala. Located on 600 acres in Brignoles, the winery calls on internationally acclaimed Winery Consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt to oversee the winery operations and make its red wines; Provençal rosé expert Winemaker Bruno Tringali to develop its rosés; and Technical Manager François Rigord to manage the vineyard.

Both wines are a distinct expression of their refined, Provencal roots hailing Splichal’s personal connection to the region of Provence is deeply established, having started his illustrious culinary career in France, cooking at two- and three-Michelin star restaurants in Nice, La Napoule, and Antibes.

His introduction to the food, culture, and overall climate of the region, combined with his early exposure to wine having managed the cellar at his parents’ restaurant in Germany as a young adult, planted the seed that would grow into the dream of owning his own Provencal winery. In 2015, Splichal turned that vision into a reality and purchased the expansive 600-acre property from French wine broker Thibaud Desprets, including a 120-acre vineyard, which had already been producing premium rosé on the land for over 60 years.

The sprawling estate features truffle trees and a wild boar population, as well as a striking winery and tasting room with rich architectural character—designed by French architects Michel Roberts and Eric McDonald—which complements an idyllic 18^th-century farmhouse updated to accommodate living quarters.

In hopes to keep the winery as a family business, Splichal brought on board his twin sons, Nicolas and Stepháne, as business partners and organized a group of renowned experts in viticulture to complete the Domaine de Cala team.

Located on 600 acres in Brignoles, the winery calls on internationally world-renowned  Winery Consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt to oversee the winery operations and make its red wines; Provençal rosé expert Winemaker Bruno Tringali to develop its rosés; and Technical Manager François Rigord to manage the vineyard.   For more information on Domaine de Cala and the team of winemakers, visit http://domainedecala.com/ or follow the global wine brand on Instagram and Vimeo.

“We are a passionate group of winemakers, and Domaine de Cala is a rare combination of soil and climate, carefully handcrafted to respect the fruit and enhance the extraordinary living heritage of the region,” says Splichal. “Even the cellar at Domaine is a combination of technology and simplicity that is guided by the human hand, as it’s essential that we are preserving the authenticity and flavors of the fruits.”

Proprietor Joachim Splichal, chef and founder of Patina Restaurant Group, returned to Provence, France, where he began his storied culinary career, to achieve the culmination of his lifelong appreciation for wine: Domaine de Cala.

Splichal’s astounding property in Provence boasts a 120-acre vineyard, truffle trees, wild boars, an updated 18^th-century farmhouse, and an expansive, architecturally stunning winery and tasting room designed by French architects Michel Roberts and Eric McDonald.

With his culinary roots planted in France, Splichal worked his way up the ranks at some of the world’s most revered restaurants before relocating to Los Angeles where he opened Patina restaurant, the flagship which led to the establishment of the Patina Restaurant Group culinary empire with over 65 distinguished restaurants and personalized catering services.

Established in 2015 by Splichal and his partners, twin sons Stephàne and Nicolas Splichal, Domaine de Cala released its first vintage in 2015, and proudly released its 2017 rosé and 2017 Prestige rosé in spring 2018, with future plans to expand the portfolio with a red and white wine.

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