Tavel Rosé 2024
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France / Rhône
Founded in 1595, Château d’Aqueria has 163 acres of vineyards with sandy-clay soil that surround the estate in Tavel. Grapes are hand-harvested then destemmed and chilled. Varieties are blended two by two and undergo a 12-to-24-hour maceration. Once the vibrant color is obtained, the tanks are bled and the marcs are pressed to add to the free-run juice. The juice then undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation for 15 days. This wine sees no malolactic fermentation and no oak contact. The final blend takes place in December before bottling. This results in a flavorful, vibrant, and food-friendly rosé that can be enjoyed year-round and cellared for several years.
Harvest Note
2024 was marked by several rain episodes in early spring, bringing the risk of mildew that required hard work in the vines. The summer was warm but not scorching and so the vineyard did not suffer either lack of water or delayed maturity. Even if the harvest is one of the smallest in recent years, the wines are promising, fruity and fine - beautiful fruit supported by nice aciditiy and delicate tannins.
Tasting Note
The intense pink color is characteristic of a great Tavel. Aromas of raspberry, wild strawberry, and pomegranate share the glass with peppery notes. The wine is balanced and flavorful, and the finish is long. It is a gastronomic rosé that pairs with every part of the meal from aperitif through dessert.
Technical Data
GRAPES: Grenache (50%), Syrah (20%), Clairette (10%), Mourvedre (10%), Cinsault (5%), Bourboulenc (5%)
APPELLATION: Tavel
PH: 3.48
ACIDITY: 2.85
ABV: 14%
AGING: 6 months in concrete and stainless-steel tanks
Unique Selling Points
- The quintessential Tavel rosé – Tavel became France’s first rosé AOC in 1936
- Established in 1595
- All grapes are estate-grown using sustainable practices
- Awarded the French High Environmental Value Certification since 2014
- A flavorful, vibrant, and food-friendly rosé to be enjoyed year-round
Château d’Aqueria creates the quintessential Tavel rosé, widely regarded as the appellation’s finest wine.
About the Grape
Grenache
Grenache is loaded with dense, lusty aromas and flavors of black cherry, blackcurrant, jam, pepper and licorice, with a palate-coating texture and high alcohol.
