César (1921-1998), the famous french sculptor known for his compressions signed this Cuvée "César à Sumeire" as a mark of fondness for the Sumeire family and for his Native Provence.
A selection of Château Coussin's best parcels selected for optimum quality.
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
Rolle 100%
Yield: 50 hl/ha.
Minimum use of pesticide approach (Agriculture raisonnée)
High Environnemental Value.
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 yellow with silver highlights
A lush, floral and fruity nose with notes of almond and broom.
A bright and balanced wine with a pleasant wild strawberry and a citrus finish.
Matching food & wine
Brouillade with truffles, seafood gratin, poached salmon in court bouillon