Mathilde Chapoutier Selection Grand Ferrage Provence Rose

Provence

2021
2020

Tasting Notes

Full and delicious on entry to the palate, followed by notes of citrus, grapefruit and white-fleshed fruit, showing a subtle soft character underpinned by a fine, acidity which adds structure

Food Pairings

Casual meal: Mediterranean buffet or barbecue
For fine dining: beef carpaccio with Parmesan shavings.

Winemaking Notes

Short, cold maceration on the skin, followed by direct pressing. e grapes are protected against oxygen during this process to preserve the aromatic precursors. Low temperature alcoholic fermentation.

Technical Info

Grapes: Grenache Noir, Syrah, Cinsault, Carignan, Mourvédre, Rolle
Region/Appellation: Provence/Côtes-de-Provence
Alcohol by Volume: 13%
Total Acidity: 3.35g/L
Sugar: <0.25gL
Acidity: 4.76gL
Vegetarian: Yes
Vegan: Yes
Drinking Window: 2022-2024

Vineyard Notes

Located at the foot of the Sainte-Victoire and Aurélien mountains in the commune of Pourcieux, the parcels have a wide array of exposures and terroirs creating complex wines. The soil is clay-limestone.

Tasting Notes

The Rosé Grand Ferrage is a clear, pale pink with highlights of purple. The nose offers complex aroma’s of peach, citrus and exotic fruits. This palate is full and delicious on entry followed by notes of citrus, grapefruit and white-fleshed fruit, showing a subtle soft character complemented by a fine, acidity which adds structure.

Food Pairings

Mediterranean buffet, barbecue or beef carpaccio with Parmesan shavings.

Winemaking Notes

Harvest is carried out at night by machine to keep the grapes as fresh as possible. Short, cold maceration on the skin, followed by direct pressing. e grapes are protected against oxygen during this process to preserve the aromatic precursors. Low temperature alcoholic fermentation. The wine then ages for 5 months in stainless steel vats.