Ratings
90 Wine Enthusiast · 93 The Drinks Business · 4.2 Vivino
Awards
Vivino's 2020 Wine Style Awards Provence Rosé
Identity
| Producer | Caves d'Esclans |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOC |
| Grapes | 85% Grenache, 15% Rolle |
| Color | rosé |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | pale pink with golden hues |
| Aroma | Bright red berry aromas of raspberry and strawberry, plus exotic fruit, stone, and finely acidic, toasty red fruit. |
| Palate | Fresh and unctuous on the palate, the wine is long and full-bodied, with a balance of freshness and finesse. |
| Finish | The finish is long, full of freshness, and fades to a slightly woody accent with good structure. |
| Food Pairing | grilled fish, seafood platter, Mediterranean dishes |
| Aging Potential | to be consumed as soon as possible |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | partially aged in large oak barrels |
| Fermentation | partially barrel fermented in large oak barrels |
Terroir
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Harvesting is conducted in the morning for estate cultivated grapes and during the night for sourced grapes. |
Interesting facts
| Chateau d'Esclans introduced innovative winemaking techniques that revolutionized Provence rosés. |