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946

Color

Rosé

Appellation

Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire

Format

Format
150cl

81,50

Created in 2010, this plot-selected cuvée, with its unique signature, is vinified and aged in 6-month Austrian oak demi-muid.

Quantity

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Decanter

91/100

Vinous

92/100

Robb Report

"946, Best Côtes de Provence Rosé"

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Sélection "Autour des fruits de mer et du poisson" 2024

Description+

Appellation

Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire

Vintage

2022

Grap varieties

Grenache, Syrah and Vermentino

Soil type

Red clay and limestone.

Vineyard

Since 1982, Maison Gassier has been crafting cuvées with an artisanal and creative approach, drawing inspiration from the exceptional terroir of Sainte-Victoire. The vineyard, which is run using organic farming methods, is cultivated with the utmost respect for the environment. Each plot is studied in detail to adapt the cultivation methods to the specific characteristics of each vine. We combine traditional craftsmanship with innovation, ensuring that everything we do is driven by an ongoing quest for balance and quality, from pruning to harvesting, through to winemaking. This precision work in the vineyards allows us to capture the authentic expression of our clay and limestone soils, along with the unique influence of our climate, to produce expressive, lively wines in the Côtes de Provence and Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire appellations.

Winemaking

These 2/3 barrels are then matured for 6 months, with regular stirring of the lees to enrich the aromatic palette and give the wine a creamy, smooth texture.

Labels and Certifications

Organic

Tasting+

Notes and tasting

The grapes are harvested at night to ensure that the berries are picked at a low temperature and to limit the risk of oxidation. This is followed by slow, gentle direct pressing, reducing contact between the skins and the juice to preserve the freshness and lightness of the fruit. The juice is then kept at a low temperature. 1/3 of the juice ferments in concrete vats, to reveal the pure character of the grapes, and the remaining 2/3 ferments in Austrian oak barrels (500L), favouring micro-oxygenation and the development of texture and complexity. A luminous colour with coppery highlights. Splendid aromatic intensity between complexity and elegance in rich notes of quince, dried apricot, a hint of Madagascan vanilla and discreet spicy notes (nutmeg). The palate offers rich, voluptuous aromas of brioche, grilled almond, and a touch of acacia honey. Good structure and length with silky tannins

Agreements

Stunning with a scallop tartare, Mediterranean sea urchins, a grilled John Dory, a creamy crayfish bisque with chives, Guinee fowl supreme with chanterelle and morel mushroom and chestnuts, or a carpaccio of strawberries.

Serving Tips

Serve between 9-11°C

Storing potential

4 to 6 years

Additional information+

Degree of alcohol

14%

Allergen

Sulfites

Sugar level

< 2g/L

Additional information

Format

150cl

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