Winemakers
Alain Guichet
Technical Data
Acidity
3.88
Alcohol
13.5%
Sugar
0.22 g/L
Vignobles de Saint-Tropez Chevalier Torpez
Château La Moutte Rosé 2017
Château La Moutte Rosé 2017
Background
Saint-Tropez is a legendary location on the Mediterranean French Riviera, synonymous with luxury and celebrity. Founded in 1908, Vignobles de Saint-Tropez is located in the heart of the village and is owned and managed by winegrowers who are mostly descendants of the founder families and who still bring their grapes to the winery. The team is led by David Bonnet, President and 3rd generation grower of an 18ha estate and Alain Guichet, wine maker with over 25 vintages experience across France.
Appellation
AOP Côtes de Provence, France
Varietal Composition
Grenache 67%, Syrah 17%, Cinsault 16%
Vintage Notes
The harvest began on Monday 21st of August with the very local and old grape called Tibouren. Refering to the strong maritime influence in St-Tropez with the sea breeze and cooler nights, it is one week later when compared to most other Provence areas. With the lower yield, 4.5 t/ha, the grapes were very ripe and healthy and the must were very concentrated.
Winemaking
The several plots of vines are harvested by hand, when perfectly ripe, and then carefully sorted. The must is protected by low temperatures and a blanket of nitrogen gas once the gentle pressing is completed. After the must has been racked, temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation takes place for 3-4 months on the lees with regular stirring.
Tasting Notes
Pale lychee-pink color with apricot highlights. Exotic fruit and mango aromas on the nose with vegetal notes of asparagus. Complex and subtle nose you will appreciate even more as it opens. Ample and lush on the mouth with a nice and fullbodied texture and a long, pleasant aftertaste. An elegant and generous wine that can age easily.
