It was in 1981, following the accidental death of his father, that Pierre Marseille freshly graduated in pharmacy decided to take up the management of the estate that was created in 1959.
Presentation
Presentation
He introduced many changes: transformation of the former silk farm, extension and modernisation of the cellar, investment in viticulture and wine production equipment, etc.
To date, the estate’s 58 hectares – 143 acres (including 21 hectares – 52 acres – with AOP Vacqueyras classification) are implanted on the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mount Ventoux.
To date, the estate’s 58 hectares – 143 acres (including 21 hectares – 52 acres – with AOP Vacqueyras classification) are implanted on the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mount Ventoux.
Terroir
Nature of the soils: clay and limestone.
In the vineyard
Average age of the vines: 20 years.
Winemaking
Direct pressing of the grapes after picking followed by low temperature fermentation of the juice.
Varietals
Merlot : 35%
Grenache noir : 30%
Caladoc : 20%
Syrah : 15%
Grenache noir : 30%
Caladoc : 20%
Syrah : 15%
Specifications
Residual Sugar : < 3 g/l
Advice
Serving
Ideal serving temperature: from 8°C to 10°C.
Tasting
Boasting a beautiful rose petal colour with shiny hues, this rosé wine offers subtle notes of red fruit (strawberries, raspberries) that are complemented by mild aromas of white flesh fruit. Surprisingly fresh, it is full- bodied, fruity and particularly rich on the palate.
