REGION
Tavel, Rhône Valley, France
VARIETAL
60% Grenache, 30% Clairette & 10% Syrah
TASTING NOTES
The only all-rosé appellation in the Rhone, a Tavel comes in many hues from light salmon to bright pink and is said to be the only rosé that can actually age and improve. The rosé wines of Tavel have a great historical reputation, having been favored by King Louis XIV in the 18th century, as well as famous authors, Balzac and Mistral.
This Tavel rosé has powerful, mineral-accented aromas of ripe red berries and citrus fruits joined by a suave, floral top note that builds in the glass. Sappy and concentrated on the palate, it offers fresh raspberry, bitter cherry and blood orange flavors and a hint of honeysuckle. The finish is long and precise delivering a strong mineral cut and a lingering florality. -Importer's Notes
92pts - Wine Enthusiast
"The nose of this wine offers freshness, with an abundance of white strawberry, raspberry and freshly cut watermelon. On the palate, dynamic acidity enlivens flavors of tangerine, saffron, violets and clove, creating a savory and complex profile. A perfect pairing for complex and spicy dishes."
(Organic)