Château Clarettes is a long-standing anchor on the Arcs-sur-Argens terroir and has reborn from its ashes like Phoenix in recent years. It’s undergoing a complete renovation — with even more improvements to come — made possible by the will of wine enthusiasts Seligsons from Finland, who took over this vineyard in 2012. This historic estate is taking a page from nearby Bandol, utilizing a high proportion of Mourvèdre in its rosés.
Presentation
Presentation
The Seligsons are like vine whisperers, giving the soil some serious TLC and guarding the plants like they're precious gems. Their master plan? To whip up some top-notch, perfectly poised wines. They sneak out to harvest the grapes at the ungodly hours of 4 to 9 am – because, apparently, grapes are like vampires, they don't like too much sun. This early-bird strategy helps keep the grape juice from getting all huffy and oxidized, resulting in the Château's namesake cuvée that's worth setting an alarm for!
In the vineyard
Say adios to weed-killer! Château Clarettes has gone old school, embracing the wonders of
Mother Nature's agriculture. In a move that's green in more ways than one, the estate has
recruited a fluffy fleet of 'garden sheep'. These woolly eco-warriors get busy in late winter,
munching away on pesky weeds and, bonus – they're walking, baa-ing fertilizer factories! It's part
lawn-mowing, part soil-enriching, and 100% eco-chic
Mother Nature's agriculture. In a move that's green in more ways than one, the estate has
recruited a fluffy fleet of 'garden sheep'. These woolly eco-warriors get busy in late winter,
munching away on pesky weeds and, bonus – they're walking, baa-ing fertilizer factories! It's part
lawn-mowing, part soil-enriching, and 100% eco-chic
Winemaking
Selection by plot. Direct pressing and cold storage.
All take place in stainless steel vat.
All take place in stainless steel vat.
Varietals
Mourvèdre : 50%
Cinsault : 45%
Syrah : 5%
Cinsault : 45%
Syrah : 5%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 12,5 % vol.
GM : No.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
T° of service: 8°C / 46°F.
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years
Tasting
Nose: The first nose, discreet and delicate, reveals its power an complexity with aeration. Aromatically, floral notes such as rose. There are also menthol and gourmand touches of caramel.
Palate: The attack is powerful, structured and lively.
Complexity and spicy aromas are characteristic of this cuvée.
Palate: The attack is powerful, structured and lively.
Complexity and spicy aromas are characteristic of this cuvée.
Food pairings
Serve as an aperitif or as part of a meal with spicy Asian soup, salmon gravlax or garlic and herb cheese.
