Presentation
Château Vannières, a historic property located in Provence, has belonged to the Boisseaux family for several generations. Initially rooted in Burgundy, this family of winemakers has managed to combine its traditional viticultural know-how with the sunny character of Provençal terroirs. Today, Éric and Charles-Éric Boisseaux perpetuate this tradition with passion, seeking excellence in each of their cuvées. The vineyard, planted on rich clay-limestone soils, benefits from a Mediterranean climate tempered by maritime influence. It produces mainly structured red wines from Mourvèdre, Grenache, and Cinsault, but also elegant whites with floral notes. Vinifications are done with respect for the fruit, with careful aging in foudres and oak barrels to enhance aromatic complexity. What distinguishes Château Vannières is its unique style: powerful and refined wines, combining Provençal typicity with Burgundian elegance inherited from the family's know-how.
Location
Clay-limestone and marl soils.
Terroir
Low yields between 45 hl/ha and 55 hl/ha depending on the vintage.
Harvest
Manual harvest, using only small crates to prevent oxidation.
Winemaking
Grapes are then hand-sorted. Destemming and gentle crushing at 8°C to avoid color extraction.
Ageing
Free-run and press juices are vinified together in stainless steel vats at low temperatures.
Varietals
Cinsault : 40%
Grenache : 30%
Mourvèdre : 30%
Serving
8 to 12°C
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
Pale, slightly salmon-pink robe. Notes of red berries and grapefruit on the nose. The attack is crisp and lively, with citrus flavors and the refreshing character of a Provençal rose.
Food pairings
This rosé wine is perfect both as an aperitif and with meals. It pairs beautifully with rockfish, asparagus, tagines, Asian cuisine, and white meats.