Côtes De Provence – Vinum Lector

Figuière Méditerranée Rosé IGP

Vinum Lector Staff — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 02:58:42 +0000

Figuière is a pioneering maker of superior Provence wines and an ambassador of a new generation of top-level winemakers dedicated to their terroir. Figuière strives to promote the superiority and creativity of the wines of Provence with a novel approach to rosé, designing it just like a "fine wine" in terms of time, craftsmanship and terroir. Figuière wines are the product of an unparalleled union between Provence and Burgundy, the La Londe terroir and the mastery of craft winemakers specialized in great Burgundy whites. The result is mineral and fruity wines that are understated and unexpected, love playing on contrasts and constantly finding groundbreaking combinations with a balanced, authentic and down-to-earth style focused on natural elegance. New look for Le Saint André with the release of the new range “Méditerranée” definitely without complexes and modern, colorful and elegant. Mediterranée wines celebrate the unique art of living of Southern France, whose true elegance lies in its simplicity : an invitation to pleasure, escape and travel. For more info, visit Figuière website. VARIETALS Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Château des Ferrages by M. Chapoutier Mon Plaisir Sainte Victoire Côtes de Provence Rosé

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 07 May 2020 13:59:53 +0000

Cherry-picked by Mathilde Chapoutier Selection, the Château des Ferrages domain is in Pourcieux, in the prime plots of the Sainte-Victoire appellation. It is here that Côtes de Provence wine finds its unique origins. Vin biologique – Organic wine.

For more info, visit Château des Ferrages by M. Chapoutier website. VARIETALS Grenache, Syrah and Rolle VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note

Château des Ferrages by M. Chapoutier Roumery Côtes de Provence Rosé

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 07 May 2020 13:50:48 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 12.5%

APPEARANCE
Elegant, bright and subtle rosé with a very pale rose petal hue.

NOSE
The nose shows a fresh and fruity aromatic character with aromas of strawberry, citrus, grapefruit and peach.

PALATE
Fresh, well-balanced and smooth.
This rosé opens on a savory note pops up and it has a mineral-driven palate that brings a little depth to the party.

AGEING
Ageing is carried out in stainless steel vats.

PAIRING
Enjoy chilled as an aperitif or paired with all summer-time dishes (white meat, platter of “charcuterie”, salads, Asian dishes, grills, etc.). Also great for pizza and pasta.

RATINGS

3.9

Figuière Première Côtes de Provence Rosé AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 03:10:47 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%

APPEARANCE
Subtle peach pink color.

NOSE
The solar nose suggests the intensity of the fruit, offers strawberry, peach and licorice, a light pepper, a touch of garrigue, a tinge of pomelo.

PALATE
Ripe from the start, with a soft and silky texture, the wine is dense and ample. With a melted acidity, its fresh feeling is due to the small zesty phenolics. Full-bodied wine, generous but digestible, with spicy accents, licorice, a little pepper. The creamy fruit evokes peach, strawberry prolonged by a few aromatic zests on the long finish.

PAIRING
Serve with roasted langoustines with peaches and mild spices, mashed butternut squash.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink now or keeping it for 2 to 3 years.

RATINGS

90pts

3.9

Figuière Signature Magali Rosé Côtes De Provence Aop

Vinum Lector Staff — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 10:05:14 +0000

Figuière is a pioneering maker of superior Provence wines and an ambassador of a new generation of top-level winemakers dedicated to their terroir. Figuière strives to promote the superiority and creativity of the wines of Provence with a novel approach to rosé, designing it just like a "fine wine" in terms of time, craftsmanship and terroir. Figuière wines are the product of an unparalleled union between Provence and Burgundy, the La Londe terroir and the mastery of craft winemakers specialized in great Burgundy whites. The result is mineral and fruity wines that are understated and unexpected, love playing on contrasts and constantly finding groundbreaking combinations with a balanced, authentic and down-to-earth style focused on natural elegance. Magali is an easy drinking rosé named after the Estate's commercial director, the second Combard daughter in the family. Since the acquisition of Château Barbeiranne in 2019, it is a blend of two very beautiful terroirs: La Londe's schist soils with maritime influence and Pignans' claylimestone soils, in the inland valley of the Var. For more info, visit Figuière website. VARIETALS Cabernet, Syrah, Cinsault, Grenache VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note