Country France
Region Aix-en-Provence
Farming Sustainable farming / HVE certification
Soil Clay and limestone soils
Varieties Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol 12%

Tasting notes Freshly cut watermelon, ripe peach aromas, ripe red berries and floral notes lead to a very lively palate with wild strawberries and hints of mineral notes. Crisp acidity and a refreshing finish.

Winemaking The grape varietals are harvested separately, destemmed, then go directly into the press. Maceration occurs for the next few hours. This time allows cold settling to be complete before inoculation of selected yeasts. The grape varietals are fermented separately in stainless steel tanks. After fermentation the blending of the rosé cuvée takes place followed by two or three racking’s to ensure the new wine is crystal clear. The wine is then bottled in January.

About the Producer

Winemaker Fabrice Grossmann, a native of Toulon, Fabrice grew up in beautiful Aix-en-Provence surrounded by a Provençal region rich with biodiversity, vineyards and culture. His appointment comes as the estate celebrates 30 years of fine winemaking. Fabrice Grossmann follows Jean Louis Bavay, who was with Chateau Routas over three decades as winemaker.
The 290 hectare Estate of Chateau Routas is nestled between the old town elegance of Aix-en-Provence and the white sand beaches that line the Gulf de Saint Tropez. An altitude of 350 meters provides cooler nights contributing to wines that combine both freshness and grape complexity.