Product Description

Producer: Claude Vialade – Les Domaines Auriol, France

Appellation: Languedoc-Roussillion

Varietal range: Grenache, Merlot, Syrah

Wine Style: Dry Rosé Wine – Vegan

Soil types: This wine is grown in vineyards located on fertile soils around Béziers in Languedoc. The climate is Mediterranean – it is hot and dry but the influence of the sea makes for some great diurnal temperature variations which allow the grapes to reach peak ripeness.

Vineyard management: The vines are trained using the Cordon de Royat and Guyot systems so that maximum airflow can get to the clusters. Part of the vineyard is irrigated in response to the water stress the vines undergo. The vineyard is organically managed and certified.

Winemaking: Harvesting takes place by night to avoid temperature spikes during the day. The grapes are macerated for a short period of time (2 to 4 hours) in the presses. Pressing is followed by settling, which allows clear juice to be extracted, after which yeast is added. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at moderate temperatures (14 – 16°C) for about two weeks.

Tasting notes: The colour is intense pink with bluish highlights. The nose is fresh and fruity with notes of fresh strawberry, raspberry and blackcurrant bud. The palate is fresh, ample and compelling.

Food pairings: This wine can be enjoyed as an apéritif but also makes the perfect partner for salads, chicken or exotic foods.