2017 Mathilde Chapoutier Rose Grand Ferrage Cotes de Provence

Passionate about travel and wine, Mathilde Chapoutier explored various wine regions, in France and around the world, for inspiration in creating her own exciting rosé from her prestigious estate in Côtes de Provence. The land is parceled throughout Provence, and planted with exquisite grape vines for the production of high quality rosé wines. An uninhibited approach to wine and an uncomplicated conception of taste, The Mathilde Chapoutier Rose is an accessible wine that pairs perfectly with home cooking or “bistronomic” cuisine. The compass rose symbolizes Mathilde’s quest and her travels throughout the world’s greatest wine regions.

APPELLATION: Côtes de Provence

AOC VARIETALS: Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Rolle

COLOR: Clear pale pink with purple highlights

AROMA: Peach, citrus, tropical fruit

TASTE: The palate is round and delicious with peach and apricot notes and a silky mouthfeel. Bright acidity balances the round texture.

VINEYARDS: Located at the foot of the Saint-Victoire mountains, the parcels face directly south, enabling the grapes to ripen perfectly.

FERMENTATION: Short, cold maceration on the skins followed by direct pressing in an oxygen free environment.

AGING: Aged 5 months in stainless steel vats and bottled at the end of winter.

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