Sainte Victoire : the red sandstone bedrock has produced a sandy limestone soil, which is combined with colluvial soil from the areas of high ground on either side of the terroir.
Vineyard
Average age of vines: 30 years
Grenache 70 %
Cinsault 20 %
Syrah 10%
Yield: 50 hl/ha.
Minimum use of pesticide approach (Agriculture raisonnée)
Vinification
Skin maceration of the destemmed grapes at low temperature in stainless steel temperature-controlled presses, and then temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats.
Tasting notes
Very pale pink color
A fruity nose of pink grapefruit, honeydew with a touch of banana
Nicely refreshing with a pretty finish
Matching food & wine
Grilled vegetables, barbecued pork or poultry, tex-mex cuisine
Serve chilled