2024 Domaine Fontchene Leon Rose IGP Alpilles, France
$27.00
Selection massale only for replanting. Biodynamic practices in the vineyard, with emphasis on biodynamic preparations 500 and 501. Stopped cutting the apex growth in 2018.
Soils
Clay-loam with galets roulés
Harvest & Vinification
Manual harvest in 15 kg boxes. Pressing in whole bunches. Natural settling at approximately 10°C. Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats at a temperature of around 18°C. No malolactic fermentation to maintain freshness. Aging on the fine lees for six months with batonnage.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Provence
- Appellation Alpilles
- Style Rosé
- Producer Domaine Fontchêne
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvèdre
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Meaty Fish, Fresh Seafood, Crunchy Greens, Fried Food, Aperitif
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Red Fruit, Fresh Rosé