Maison Gassier’s oenologist, Léa Rouyet, is featured in an interview published by Forbes magazine.
In the latest episode of Forbes magazine’s “In The Vines With” series, presented by journalist Jenn Rice, Maison Gassier’s oenologist Léa Rouyet shares her vision of Provence rosé and, more specifically, the Sainte-Victoire terroir. Through her work on remarkable vintages, such as Le Pas du Moine – 350 and ELEVAE, a rosé with great aging potential, she is part of a generation of passionate winemakers committed to organic farming.
“JR : Your most proud moment as a winemaker ?
LR : Without hesitation, the first time I planted a vine. It was in 2016, shortly after I joined Maison Gassier. That moment made a lasting impression on me: planting a vine is not just a simple task, it is entering into a dialogue with the earth that will last for decades. These vines will carry our history and live on long after our lives as winemakers are over. It was a great moment for someone as attached to nature as I am.”
Located at the foot of Sainte-Victoire, Maison Gassier benefits from an exceptional terroir classified as the Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire appellation. What’s more, this spring, this terroir was officially recognized as the first Cru de Provence, the fruit and recognition of artisanal expertise. In her interview, Léa discusses what makes this terroir so unique : limestone soil, ideal for producing great rosés, a microclimate created by the surrounding mountains – Sainte-Victoire, Monts Auréliens, and Sainte-Baume – remarkable biodiversity and preserved ecosystems.
“JR: What are you currently enjoying from your portfolio?
LR: The 2024 vintage of our Le Pas du Moine – 350 rosé. This latest vintage perfectly embodies the signature aromatic profile of Maison Gassier, and I am thoroughly enjoying it! This Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire strikes a balance between finesse and indulgence. It offers great aromatic complexity on the fruit, while maintaining a controlled elegance and a chiseled freshness. The 2024 vintage is a great success, perfectly embodying the Gassier vision: a terroir rosé that can be enjoyed at any moment in life.”
This interview illustrates Maison Gassier’s commitment to promoting the identity and exceptional potential of Provence wines and the Sainte-Victoire terroir through sustainable practices and expertise passed down through six generations.