2021
Vignobles Mireille Petit-Roudil

Rosé
SKU: LRROVM2172

Vivacous lighter more refreshing wines may be sparkling, white or rosé, and also may be sweet or dry. However, all are on the brighter and tangier end of the flavor spectrum and will never feature oaky flavors.

FOOD PAIRING: Flattering with almost EVERYTHING, but best for RAW & COLD FOODS, LOW-FAT FOODS & SPICY FOODS.

$30
Description

Tavel is known as “the rosé of kings and the king of rosés”- The Vignobles Mireille Petit-Roudil, a family property,  produces typical Tavel which, is one of the only rosé wines to gain complexity over the years. The Petit-Roudil family has been producing Tavel wines since the 16th century when the monks were making the local wines. The most important name in this domaine’s history is that of Mireilles’s great grandfather, Aimé Roudil (1870-1938), who formally established the estate in the years following the phylloxera crisis. In 1902, Tavel winemakers formed a union of vineyard owner-winemakers. In 1927, the Chairman of the union, Aimé Roudil, and forty Tavel winemakers petitioned the Gard courts to officially define the production area. The official notice was published in 19 November 1937. Gaël Petit took over from his mother, Mireille Petit-Roudil, and continues Aimé’s work through the production of great Tavel wines. The vineyard is situated on the right bank of the Rhône River, on a limestone terroir covered by red clay and round pebbles.

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Please note that this is an imported wine and cannot legally be shipped to AL, GA, IA, IL, IN, LA, ME, MI, MO, MT, OH, SD, VA or WV

Tasting Notes
Appearance: 

Unusual by its rich, deep rosé color. 

Aroma: 

The nose develops aromas of cherry, raspberry and some floral hints.

Palate: 

The mouth is lively and bright with plenty of juicy, red-fruit flavours.

Winemaking
Vintage Notes: 

The grapes are harvested in the early hours of the day to preserve the fresh fruit aromas. They are then destemmed and crushed and left to macerate from 12 to 24 hours. During fermentation the temperatures are kept low (16°-18°C), again to preserve a maximum of freshness and flavour. Each grape variety is fermented separately and then blended and held in vats for several months before bottling. Vegan friendly.

Tech Notes
  • Appellation: Tavel, France
  • Varietals:
    • Grenache
    • Syrah
    • Cinsault
  • Aging: Up to 5 to 6 years
Pairs Well With
Meats & Fish:
Thai & Asian Inspired Dishes, Red Curry Chicken Kabobs
Cheese & Nuts:
light cheeses
Fruits & Vegetables:
Pear Salad