Les Lauzeraies - Tavel 2023 | Monsieur Touton Selection

Description

Les Lauzeraies Tavel is the “Original Rosé”, before rosé was cool. Tavel is the Rhône Valley’s rosé-only appellation. These wines have nice grip and body so they can be drunk year-round and even benefiting from aging. Make no mistake however, this is still Rosé, meant to be chilled and enjoyed with a wide range of meals; it’s a great pick for Thanksgiving! A Grenache dominant blend of numerous grapes (including the white varieties Clairette and Picpoul), this wine undergoes a longer maceration than most rosé, up to 48 hours, which brings out that deeper character and color. Displaying a generous mouthfeel, excellent purity, lovely florals (violets, roses) and a light spice note, Les Lauzeraies shows great versatility and range.

Tasting notes

A beautiful deep pink in color with distinct mineral aromas with hints of undergrowth. The palate is fruit-driven and delicate with hints of minerality and finishes with a gentle persistence.

Estate

Located in the south of France, in the heart of the Rhône valley, and at the gates of Provence, the modern state of the art winery welcomes you to their unique terroir. The estate is located in Saint Laurent des Arbres, it was established in the heart of the vineyards of Tavel since 1931. Since then, successive winegrowers have never ceased to strive for excellence. Today still driven by the love of the terroir, they combine tradition and modernity to offer you exceptional wines.

Varietals

Black Grenache (50%, softness and high aromatic potential) - Mourvèdre, old Carignans and Syrah (17%, color,spicy aromas and fullness) - Clairette (6%, floral aromas) - Picpoul and Bourboulenc (7%, flower aromas and liveliness) - Cinsault (20%, delicacy) - (15% and structure).

Vineyard

Production area: Tavel village
Size of the Vineyard: 30 hectares
Yield: 44 hl/ha
Age of the vines: 35 years

France Rhone Valley Tavel