Château du Rouët, `Estérelle` Côtes de Provence

A pale, elegant Provence rosé from Château du Rouët, now run by the fifth generation of the Savatier family.

75cl | 13% ABV | Côtes de Provence, France | Grenache, Tibouren, Cinsault & Syrah

Tasting Notes

A beautiful pale salmon, with aromas of ripe citrus, alpine strawberry and fresh white blossom. The palate is refreshing, with a good balance of acidity and red berry and citrus flavours, ending in a poised, elegant finish.

The Producer

The château was originally known for pinewood and cork from its surrounding forest, and vines were first planted as a firebreak. Today, brothers Martin and Matthieu Savatier run the estate: Martin looks after the vineyards and Matthieu makes the wines.

The Vineyards

Seventy hectares of vines sit at the foot of the Estérel mountains, on red volcanic rock at 560 metres. The south-facing slopes are cooled by the Mistral and sea breezes, which add elegance and freshness. The soils are worked using la lutte raisonnée with organic fertilisers.

In the Winery

All the fruit is estate-grown and harvested at night to keep its delicate aromas. Each variety is cold-macerated, then fermented separately in stainless steel at 14–16°C before blending.

Pair it with: our Cured Trout Pastrami or a Half Dressed Lobster.