89 points by Roger Voss from Wine Enthusiast "From the privileged cru vineyards of the Sainte-Victoire mountain, this wine is rich and full bodied, with a ripe, spicy texture. Its red fruits are deliciously fresh, with a generous warm aftertaste"
Bronze medal at Decanter 2019
Commended of the International Wine Challenge 2019
90 points at Guide Gilbert Gaillard.
Rated 14/20 in Bettane and Dessauve 2020 Wine Guide (Famille Sumeire 2 stars producer)
2 stars at Guide Hachette 2020
90 points at Wine Advocate Robert Parker.
Silver medal at the concours Vins de Provence 2019.
Terroir
Clay-limestone made up of ancient gravelly alluvial deposits, vestiges of a huge alluvial cone from the streams descending Mont Sainte Victoire (1,010 metres) and bordered to the south by Mont Olympe and Mont Aurélien.
Vineyard
Average age of vines: 30 years
Grape varieties: Grenache 60% Cinsault 10% Syrah 30%
Yield: 50 hl/ha.
Sustainable farming
Vinification
18 days of cold tank stabilisation at 4° C in pre-fermentation phase, then temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats.
Tasting notes
Pale pink dress with pink marble highlights. A complex nose of litchi and eucalyptus with accents of garrigue and minéral notes. A nice balanced roundness with refreshing finish.
Matching food & wine
Tuna and coriander tartar, lime marinated Cod with coconut milk, seafood risotto, lamb confit with garlic and thyme.