Odile Rose Bouchard, the winegrower behind Gamine Rose, has a remarkable story rooted in the unique terroirs of Portugal. Her family owns Quinta do Tedo, a quaint Port estate located in the picturesque Douro Valley. In 2021, Odile ventured into winemaking on her own, experimenting with grapes from both her family estate and the adjacent Dão region.
Odile’s diverse background, having lived in wine regions such as California, Tuscany, and Burgundy, infuses her winemaking with creativity and thoughtfulness. During a tasting session at Simplesmente Vinho in 2026, Odile presented her wines from the Douro, showcasing both the region’s heritage and her innovative spirit.
Here are some highlighted wines from the Gamine Rose lineup:
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Gamine Rose Fora do Tedo Branco 2024 Douro, Portugal: This white wine is aged for ten months on lees in various vessels including barrel, globe, and amphora. It offers a lively profile, bursting with notes of juicy pear and lemon, and is marked by impressive poise. Rated 94/100.
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Gamine Rose Tedo Vinho Tinto Batard 2024 Douro, Portugal: This wine represents the first crop from a Bastardo vineyard planted in 2022 at Quinta do Tedo. It is characterized by fresh and vibrant berry flavors accompanied by a pleasing texture. Rated 93/100.
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Gamine Rose CP 2024 Douro, Portugal: Made from Touriga Franca and aged in concrete amphora, this wine boasts floral intensity, vibrant cherry fruit, and a great balance. Rated 94/100.
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Gamine Rose Q+V 2024 Douro, Portugal: Also from the same Touriga Franca plot, this bottling features whole cluster fermentation and aging in 600-liter barrels. It presents a fresh and linear structure with lovely cherry notes. Rated 94/100.
Through her innovative winemaking, Odile Rose Bouchard is not just preserving the heritage of her family estate but also redefining what wines from the Dão and Douro regions can be.