Les Commandeurs
WHITE 2023
AOP Côtes de Provence – Made with organic grapes
Technical sheet Les Commandeurs Rosé
On the strength of our long experience in the production of Provence wines, we have developed our range by always favouring the permanent search for quality. We carefully select the best terroirs, the finest grapes and share best practices with our partner winegrowers to create authentic wines that reflect the DNA of Peyrassol. From this vintage, we make the choice of organic, in coherence with the range of our wines of the estate. A demanding and uncompromising sourcing brings us today to offer you the best of Provence.
The 2023 vintage
The winter of 2022-2023 was particularly dry in Provence. The arrival of spring did not change the climatic conditions, and the resulting early drought was becoming particularly worrying. This was without counting on a complete turnaround in the situation during May and June. Regular and abundant rainfall profoundly altered the profile of the vintage.
Fortunately, a particularly hot, dry summer began in June. Under a radiant sunshine, the vines, which benefited from a good water reserve, developed under excellent conditions.
However, the end of the summer brought a new surprise, with a fortnight of almost scorching temperatures. As a result, ripeness went into overdrive. Very quickly, the potential degrees soared, and the colour and aromas appeared. Harvest programmes had to be speeded up to preserve and benefit from the good acidity present on 15 August. Harvesting took place in record time, finishing in early October throughout Provence.
Soil
Clay and limestone dating back to the Triassic period, with a significant proportion of pebbles.
Grape varieties
90% Vermentino, 5% Semillon, 5% Ugni Blanc.
Viticulture
Organic farming, mechanical harvesting by grape varieties during the night, at the coolest hours.
Vinification
Traditional methods in stainless steel tanks, at controlled temperature.
Ageing
Brief, only a few months in stainless steel tanks on fine lees to best preserve the aromatic freshness.
Tasting notes
With a golden hue and green reflections, this cuvée expresses the full potential of Rolle with freshness and fruitiness, in a harmonious ensemble: white flowers and peach give way to lemony scents of Semillon and Ugni Blanc. Light, lively, and silky at the same time, it is easy to drink and thirst-quenching with a final note of citrus that complements the great complexity of this wine.
Pairing
It pairs well with all salads and raw or grilled fish.
Keeping
To be enjoyed as of now.