Coteaux d`Aix en Provence Rose `Essenciel` 2022
Country
France
Region
Provence - Coteaux d`Aix en Provence
Producer
Chateau Paradis
Grape(s)
Grenache Noir (50%)
Cabernet Sauvignon (20%)
Carignan (20%)
Syrah (10%)
Type
Rose
Style
Rose
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
12.5%
Closure Style
Screw cap
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
No
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
Yes
Egg
No
Region
The Coteaux d`Aix is north and west of the university town of Aix and is the furthest West of the Provence region, with predominantly limestone and sandy soils. The Mediterranean climate is marked by the Mistral wind bringing dry and cooling conditions from the North. It is inland and benefits from relatively cool summer nights due to the altitude, retaining acidity and produces elegant dry rosé wines and fruity and well-structured reds from a combination of Grenache, Cinsault, Carignan, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon along with whites from local varieties such as Vermentino.
Producer
The Château Paradis estate covers 185 acres in the northern part of Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, in the village of Le Puy Sainte Réparade. The estate is in the midst of a range of legendary landscapes, which the famous painters of Provence used to depict. An old plot of vines called “Paradis” gave its name to the vineyard. The property became a winery in 2003 thanks to Philippe and Juliette Deschamps, who built a cellar and restored the bastide. Since 2011 the Thiéblin family, proud of their Provençal heritage, has been focused on bringing out the best in the estate. New vineyard plantings and cellar investment have ensured the quality of the wines. Currently the estate is in conversion to organic viticulture for its 2023 vintage.
Tasting Notes
Aix-en-Provence and its surrounding hills are home to many fantastic producers of Rose wines. At Château Paradis nestling on the slopes to the north of this historic town they hand make a delicious Provençal rosé. It is made by the saignée method of `bleeding` the fermenting juice from the skins to preserve delicacy and character. Essenciel rosé wine has a rose-petal colour and is elegant and dry with aromatic fruit aromas derived from a vibrant blend of Grenache, Cabernet and Syrah.
Food
Serve with cold meats, smoked salmon, bouillabaise and grilled sardines.
