SAINTE VICTOIRE
CÔTES DE PROVENCE
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.
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.
TerroirClay-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.
VineyardAverage age of vines: 30 years
Grape varieties: Grenache 60% Cinsault 10% Syrah 30%
Yield: 50 hl/ha.
Sustainable farming
Vinification18 days of cold tank stabilisation at 4° C in pre-fermentation phase, then temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats.
Tasting notesPale 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 & wineTuna and coriander tartar, lime marinated Cod with coconut milk, seafood risotto, lamb confit with garlic and thyme.