VINIFICATION

Harvest : Machine for younger vines (manual sorting and selection carried out in the cellar)
Vinification : Pellicular maceration for 12 hours before pressing. Alcoholic fermentation
Ageing : Matured in stainless steel tanks for 7 months

VINEYARD

Region : Loire – Zone Coteaux de l’Aubance
Climat : Oceanic climate. Northerly exposure
Grape variety : Grolleau 70% - Cabernet Franc 30%   
Average age of vines : 35 years
Yield : 55 hectolitres per hectare

TASTING NOTES (by Didier Coutenceau - Oenologist)

Beautiful intense, vivacious pink colour
Full, fruity nose of red and black “sherbet” fruits. Mingling fragrances of fresh and preserved fruits
Good balance in the mouth: lively start long and aromatic, fresh sensation. Very good structure with light tannins and a delicate smoothness on the palate.

PREPARING AND SERVING   

The Rosé de Loire of Domaine des Rochelles is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats and barbecues, with summer salads or chilled as an aperitif.
Serving temperature : 8°C


CELLARING   

Rosé de Loire and Cabernet d’Anjou are wines to be enjoyed now.