Ratings
97 points Bettane et Desseauve guide 2025 (2023 vintage)
Identity
| Producer | Château Galoupet |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Cru Classé |
| Grapes | 45% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 18% Rolle, 17% Tibouren |
| Color | rosé |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | pale pink with peach tones |
| Aroma | aromas of white flowers, pink grapefruit, peach, garrigue herbs, fine minerality, citrus zest, and a touch of salty sea breeze |
| Palate | fresh, vibrant, round, full-bodied, structured, silky texture, rich fruit notes, balanced acidity, elegant, complex, mineral-driven, smooth, and persistent |
| Finish | long mineral finish with a gourmand, elegant, and persistent saline length evoking Mediterranean sea breeze |
| Food Pairing | aperitif, lamb chop with rosemary, spicy green curry, seafood, Mediterranean cuisine, light salads, and desserts |
| Aging Potential | unusual aging potential for a rosé, capable of aging several years due to quality terroir and vinification |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 14.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 2.00 |
| Aging Process | 45% of the wine vinified in 600L French oak barrels, aged on fine lees for 4-5 months with bâtonnage before final blending |
| Fermentation | vinified plot by plot |
Terroir
| Soil | phyllade noire, grès schisteux, colluvions |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | harvested plot by plot, night harvest |
Interesting facts
| Château Galoupet is a Cru Classé estate since 1955, acquired by Moët Hennessy in 2019, committed to organic and regenerative viticulture. The 2024 vintage is the 3rd organic release, with eco-conscious packaging including a lightweight amber bottle made from 80% recycled glass. |
Logistics
| Weight | 499 |