Château de Selle Rosé

A blend of 58% Grenache, 25 % Cinsault, 10% Syrah and 7% Mourvedre. The grapes are all hand-picked, followed by strict and selective sorting and an extremely delicate pressing process to extract the best of the pulp. No maceration: direct pressing with short skin contact. Fermentation is done in thermo-regulated vats followed by aging in oak casks from 6-9 months. No malolactic fermentation. Stringent cultivation techniques are practiced using natural fertilizers along with manual debudding for limited volume yields.

Located in the appellation of Côtes de Provence, located inland on limestone hillsides, enjoying abundant sunshine. The proportion of stone in the soil is 40 to 50 percent, making it an arid soil and despite the presence of some extremely fertile clay deposits, yields are low. Château de Selle has an area of 345 acres, of which 160 acres are planted. Year after year, the cultivated area of the estate wins over part of the rocky terrain. The earth is mechanically tilled while retaining a natural balance, the original proportion of stone being maintained after harvest.

Clear, pale pink hue with rose-gold tints. The nose opens with delicate floral notes and aromas of acacia blossom. The palate is generous with a lovely silky texture and notes of stone fruit and a pleasant citrus freshness (lime and grapefruit). The finish is persistent and brings a delicate touch of spice.

Pairs well with flambéed or glazed monkfish with vegetables, grilled poultry in a sauce,or with fruit desserts.