Pierre et Papa, Rose, IGP Pays d'Oc, Languedoc-Rousillon, France, 2023
Viticulture
From approximately 40 year old vines planted at around 5000 vines per ha on selected plots across the Languedoc. In this sunny corner of France grapes can ripen to full maturity and express great varietal character. The sandy limestone and clay soils ensure naturally low yields, the perfect conditions for producing rich, concentrated, ripe grapes.
Winemaking
The grapes are harvested at night when the temperature is cool, in order to protect them from oxidation. The juice is collected after a gentle pressing and is cooled down very quickly. Fermentation is at low temperatures to keep the fruit character. The wine stays on its fine lees at least two months.
Oak Ageing
No oak ageing
Tasting Note
The aromas fill the nose with fresh white flowers and raspberry, which melt in the mouth becoming a medley of white peach, cherry and grenadine. Sublime!
Food Matching
Beautiful with a smoked salmon dish, prawns or salads.