Chinon Le Rose Domaine Fabrice Gasnier 2024

Country
France
Region
Touraine
Producer
Domaine Fabrice Gasnier
Grape(s)
Cabernet Franc (100%)
Type
Rose
Style
Not Set
Oaked Style
Not Set
Body Style
Not Set
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
12%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
Biodynamic certified
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Region

Touraine, as a region, includes the spectrum of wines from fresh, well defined varietal Sauvignon Blanc, Gamay and Malbec to Vouvray. It offers dry, sweet and sparkling white wines made from Chenin Blanc and the regions of Chinon and Bourgueil for red and rosé. The red wines of Touraine are largely produced from Cabernet Franc. Recent warm vintages and improved viticultural practices have resulted in many surprisingly concentrated yet supple red wines.

Producer

Domaine Fabrice Gasnier is located in the Centre Val de Loire in Cravant-les-Côteaux, a village known for the quality of its wines from the Chinon appellation. For 5 generations, members of this family have succeeded each other, bringing many changes that have shaped the image of the Domaine and allowed it to develop. Aware of their surrounding environment, Sandrine and Fabrice became interested in organic and biodynamic farming in 1998. In 2000, the Estate became fully organic. The 35-hectare vineyard, spread over 40 plots, extends mainly over clay and limestone soils. The estate’s grape variety represents 90% Cabernet Franc and 10% Chenin. The family’s desire is to highlight the most beautiful characteristics of these two emblematic varieties.
Tasting Notes
This wonderful Chinon Rosé is made with the local variety of Cabernet Franc from 30 year old vines planted on stony soils. Grapes are then hand-picked and selected with care, before direct press and slow fermentation at low temperatures. This wine is made fresh and clean with native yeasts for optimal expression of the fruit, with 4 months spent on fine lees giving a well-rounded texture. The wine has a vibrant salmon colour with aromas of citrus and red fruits which follow through on the palate accompanied by a wonderful fresh acidity and elegant minerality. A delightful thirst-quenching Rosé for summer with a smooth long finish.
Food
Enjoy with light dishes such as salad, light cheeses and fresh seafood.