Chêne Bleu

Rhône, France

Le Rosé, IGP Vaucluse — 2021

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  • Introduction

    • Our award-winning direct press Le Rosé is made in full respect of Nature, eschewing commonly-used chemical additives and fining agents. Its rich texture, welcome complexity, surprisingly long finish and aging capability indicate a serious food rosé, which appeals to oenophiles and gastronomes, as well as traditional rosé consumers

  • Vineyard Profile

    • Vineyard Management: No synthetic treatments, to ensure health of vines and soil. Certified Organic (Ecocert), Bee Friendly and HVE 3 (highest tier) sustainable viticulture. Suitable for Vegans.

      Vines: Grenache noir, 20 to 70 years old, North-West facing at 530m. Syrah, 20 to 50 years old, South-West facing at 540m. Other varieties at least 10 years old.

      Soil: Argilo-calcaire (clay and limestone) and very stony.

      Pruning Method: Single cordon de Royat, 5 shoots per cordon and double cordon de Royat,
      6 shoots per cordon.

  • Technical Information

    • Aging potential: 3 years

    • Varietal Composition: 60% Grenache Noir, 20% Syrah, 14% Mourvèdre, 6% Rolle
    • Alcohol: 13.5%
    • TA: 3.4 g/L
    • p H: 3.37
    • RS: <0.5 g/L
  • Tasting Notes

    • Appearance: Pale pink, lychee color, clear with bright tints

      Nose: Rich and intense. Citrus notes and complex aromatics of small red fruits and redcurrant

      Palate:
      Balanced, fleshy and crisp, with aromatic consistency between the nose and palate

      Finish:
      Long

      Serving Suggestions: Ideal with seafood and shellfish but also pairs perfecty with lightly spiced dishes, Mediterranean and North African cuisine, summer salads and grilled dishes. Serve lightly chilled at 10-12°C.

      At times, if exposed to very cold temperatures, it can develop tartrate ‘crystals’, which are completely natural and harmless and do not affect the quality or the taste of the wine