2023 Grande Reserve Rosé, Château La Mascaronne
Provence, France
The 2023 Grande Réserve Rosé from Château La Mascaronne is a refined expression of terroir-driven elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. Sourced from the estate’s finest parcels of Grenache and Mourvèdre, alongside the oldest plantings of Rolle, this cuvée showcases both the depth and finesse that Provence rosé can achieve.
Harvested by hand at dawn to preserve freshness, each varietal is pressed and vinified separately in small 500L ovoid vats, an artisanal approach that enhances texture and aromatic precision. After extended ageing on fine lees, the wine emerges with a luminous, naturally pale hue and a delicately layered bouquet of wild strawberry, white peach, rose petal, and citrus zest. On the palate, it is poised and structured, unfolding with notes of ripe orchard fruit, hints of spice, and a subtle mineral backbone that carries through to a long, savoury finish. This is a rosé of impressive complexity and ageability, designed to be as compelling at release as it is after several years in the cellar
Whats in the bottle
Grenache Noir - Mourvèdre - Vermentino
Notable Awards
92 Points – Vinous
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Château La Mascaronne is an esteemed organic estate nestled in the heart of Provence, renowned for producing expressive and balanced wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. Situated in the village of Le Luc, the estate encompasses 60 hectares of vineyards planted on clay-limestone soils at elevations around 300 meters. This distinctive terroir, combined with meticulous vineyard management and a commitment to organic farming practices since 2016, contributes to the exceptional quality of their wines.
In 2020, Château La Mascaronne was acquired by Michel Reybier, owner of Bordeaux’s Cos d’Estournel, who was captivated by the estate’s potential and the quality of its wines. Reybier’s vision for La Mascaronne is to highlight its remarkable terroir through a quest for excellence common to all his wine estates.
A direct pressing is carried out as soon as the grapes arrive at the winery to preserve their natural aromas, followed by a low-temperature fermentation lasting two to three weeks. The grapes are pressed and vinified separately in small vessels such as concrete eggs and clay jars. The finest juices are then aged in these containers for nine months.
Grape
Grenache Noir - Mourvèdre - Vermentino
Alcohol by Volume
13.5%
Vintage
2023
Country
France
Size
750ml
Types
Rose Wine
Producer
Château La Mascaronne
Region
Provence
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