Chateau Vignelaure Coteaux d'Aix en Provence Rosé

Now we are in the second largest and western side of Provence, Coteaux d'Aix en Provence (Aix is pronounced “Ex”). It is a coastal, hilly region whose variations in elevations and microclimates make it ideal for viticulture. Rosé dominates however you will find red and whites made from Rhône style varietals.

Chateau Vignelaure Coteaux d'Aix en Provence Rosé 2020

A coastal, hilly region whose variations in elevations and microclimates make it ideal for viticulture.

Château Vignelaure established in the 60s by Georges Brunet, one time owner of Bordeaux third growth Château La Lagune. At 350m elevation, he decided to plant Cabernet Sauvignon using cuttings taken from his Bordeaux estate in order to make interesting and approachable rosé wines.

Vine age: between 25 to 40 years old.

Soft gentle press and cooled to macerate on the skins for 48 hours. Slow fermentation at controlled temperature (17°C) in stainless-steel tank. Partial malolactic fermentations. Aging of three months on fines lees, with bâtonnage before bottling.

Blend: 40% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Vermentino

Pours in the glass a pale pink salmon color.

Swirls of red berries (strawberry, raspberry), watermelon, peach, grapefruit, wet stone fill the air.

Sip and the light bodied wine is fruity and fresh. It has a lively medium+ acidity with flavors of strawberry, raspberry, watermelon, peach, grapefruit, honeysuckle, wet stone and finishes on a savory mint and pepper note. It’s classical, softer approachable wines that represents the flavors of the region.

It’s classical, softer and fresh approachable wine that represents the flavors of the region.

Pair for risotto with scallops, seafood paella, grilled herbs de Provence chicken and stuffed zucchini flowers.