Soleil de Coulaine Rosé AOP 2023

Wine Description for Soleil de Coulaine Rosé AOP 2023 by Château de Coulaine

Colour & Appearance

A pale salmon pink shines in the glass.

Nose

On the nose, the wine appears fragrant with a fine, cool spice. Aromas of red apple skins, wild strawberries, juicy cherries and ripe peach meet subtle notes of wet stone and lichen.

Palate

On the palate, this rosé presents itself as exceedingly lively, juicy and full of joie de vivre. The pronounced fruit balances between pome fruit, stone fruit, slightly bitter blood orange peel and fresh redcurrants. Delicate, finely structured tannins and a gripping, sensual acidity lend it wonderful balance and timeless finesse.

Terroir & Origin

Château de Coulaine is a historic benchmark in Chinon (Loire), where the 15th-century Gothic château serves as the wine cellar. The grapes for this rosé originate from the gravelly-sandy soils right on the riverbanks. The continental climate with Atlantic influence ensures a slow, perfect ripening.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A single-varietal Cabernet Franc with a moderate 12.5% ABV, crafted by pioneers of organic viticulture and aged strictly in stainless steel to preserve the pure fruit and freshness of the terroir.

Food Pairings

An ideal partner for burrata with strawberry salad, a spiced falafel sandwich or classic spaghetti alla marinara.

Key Features

A fascinating alternative to non-descript summer rosés: this drop proves just how much silkiness, cool spice and stylish elegance a Loire Cabernet Franc in pink attire has to offer.