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Located on the exceptional terroir of the Sainte Victoire mountain, where vines have been cultivated since Antiquity, Château Coussin acquired in 1903 by Jean-Baptiste Gautier is today the property of his descendants Olivier and Sophie Sumeire.
92/100 Tasted par Andreas Larsson meilleur sommelier du monde- Dégustation des Provence rosés
Couronne d'argent au Concours des vins d'Aix-en-Provence 2021
92/100 Tasted par Andreas Larsson meilleur sommelier du monde- Dégustation des Provence rosés
Couronne d'argent au Concours des vins d'Aix-en-Provence 2021
TerroirClay-limestone made up of ancient gravelly alluvial deposits, remains 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% Syrah 30% Cinsault 10%
Yield: 50 hl/ha.
Sustainable farming. Vegan.
Classified "High environnemental value"
Vinification18 days of cold tank stabilisation at 4° C in pre-fermentation phase, then temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats.
Tasting notesVery pale color with rose gold reflections. Delicious and delicate nose of yellow peach and bergamot. An elegant palate, with a velvety freshness, of honeyed notes and pear.
Matching food & wineTuna and coriander tartar, ceviches, seafood risotto, lamb confit with garlic and thyme.