Presentation
Located in the heart of Roussillon, Château Planères is a family-run estate cultivating an exceptional terroir marked by clay-limestone soils and a Mediterranean climate—ideal for producing rich and elegant wines. The vineyard is managed under sustainable agriculture, with particular care given to expressing the character of the land. Traditional Roussillon grape varieties such as Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre are vinified with precision to reveal their full aromatic complexity. The estate’s red wines offer deep aromas of dark fruits and spices, while the whites and rosés stand out for their freshness and finesse. Château Planères perfectly embodies the authenticity and richness of Roussillon wines.
Location
Production area: 15 hectares
Yield: 50 hl/ha
Terroir
A lighter, sandy terroir with ideal exposure that allows for early ripening and high-quality grapes.
In the vineyard
The vines are cultivated using sustainable methods, including careful soil management, controlled cover cropping, and minimal treatments. Key stages include canopy management, disease prevention, and harvest timing to preserve aromatic integrity.
Harvest
Grapes are lightly crushed and transferred to tanks for a very short maceration. After a brief saignée, the juice is sent to stainless steel tanks where fermentation is carried out at low temperature to preserve freshness and finesse.
Ageing
Stored in stainless steel tanks to maintain purity and brightness of fruit.
Varietals
Syrah
Carignan
Grenache
Serving
Serving temperature: 8 to 12°C
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
Its pale pink color reflects the care taken during vinification, highlighting delicate fruit aromas, finesse, and a fresh, well-balanced structure.
Food pairings
This rosé pairs beautifully with Catalan charcuterie, poultry, pizzas, grilled fish, paella, and white meats. Served chilled, it’s perfect for summer meals and Mediterranean cuisine.