Cuvee Grande Expression
Rosé 2006

AOC Côtes du Luberon

Soil and farming
Stoney Clay on Limestone on parcels with a southwesterly exposure. The farming philosophy is based upon the use of natural products, no herbicides or pesticides and prudent limited intervention.

Grape Varieties
Grenache noir and Syrah (70/30) – The average age of the vines was 22 years at harvest.

Harvest
Machine harvested and destemmed.

Vinification
A short maceration of few hours followed by a fermentation for between 2 and 3 weeks in stainless steel temperature controlled vats with a cool fermentation at 18°C.


Tasting Notes
The pale pink of this rosé is the first expression of its delicacy, its nose is floral, particularly hawthorn and orange blossom. In the mouth it is lively and harmonious with hints of apricot and orange.

Awards
Gold Medal at Concour Generale Agricole Paris 2004; Bronze Medal at Macon 2004; Two stars in the Guide Hachette des Vins 2005; Commended - Decanter World Wine Awards 2007.

Serving Notes
It is best served between 10-12°C and is a good aperitif or can be served with grilled fish and meats.


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