Who makes it
A sheepfold built in 1492 and carved from rock houses Château Demonpère's cellar. The estate works across rosé and red wines in Provence. Rosé production begins with an early morning harvest to preserve cool temperatures, followed by selective pressing at very low pressure, static clarification and fermentation in temperature controlled vats.
Where it grows
Provence is a southeastern French region with a strong tradition of rosé. At La Pardiguière in Le Luc, Château Demonpère makes a Côtes de Provence rosé named Notre Dames des Anges. Its rosé grapes are Grenache, Cinsault and Mourvèdre, with smaller quantities of Syrah.
What they make
The rosé range includes Notre Dames des Anges 2021 and Cuvée Prestige. The 2021 wine has a translucent flesh coloured appearance, with guava, elderflower and pastry notes. Its palate balances roundness with freshness, followed by a minty touch that extends the aromatic richness.
Cuvée Prestige rosé contains 75% Grenache, 20% Cinsault and 5% Mourvèdre. It opens with white fruit, has fine persistence, and is soft, silky, round and fruity on the palate.