Winemakers
Alain Guichet
Technical Data
Acidity
3.5
Alcohol
13.5
Sugar
0.23 g/L
Vignobles de Saint-Tropez Chevalier Torpez
Rosé 2017
Rosé 2017
Background
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. Alain Guichet is the wine maker with over 25 vintages experience across France.
Appellation
AOP Côtes de Provence, France
Varietal Composition
79% Grenache, 12% Tibouren, 6% Carignan, 3% Cinsault
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 grapes are first destemmed, cooled down to 5-8°C( 41F-46F) and gently pressed. Then the must is carefully racked which is followed by a cold soaking performed at 3°C (37F) for 6/7 days to express all its aromatic potential. Throughout the process from the reception till the press and the vats, the grapes or the musts are protected to avoid any oxidation. Thermo-regulated alcoholic fermentation takes place either in epoxy coated concrete vats or stainless steel tanks, for about 15 to 20 days at 15°C (59F). The aging on fine lees started from end of September till early January for the earliest bottled Cuvées.
Tasting Notes
Pale salmon pink color with apricot highlights. Pleasant intense aromas on the nose, with citrus notes, white fruits gooseberries, tropical fruit aromas (mango) and a pleasant minerality on the finish. Refreshing on the palate, well-balanced and round. The delicacy of the Grenache harmoniously combines the softness of the Tibouren grape offer an immediate pleasure.
