Domaine Roc de l'Abbaye 
Sancerre Rosé
‘Tradition’ cuvéesA delicate Sancerre rosé made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes grown on the famous Silex (flint) terroir, it is a sheer delight shining on your table. A gastronomic rosé that will perfectly accompany most delicate dishes (lobster terrine, river fish in aromatic sauce...) during your Sunday lunches or your garden parties!
Grape-variety
100% Pinot Noir
Age of the vines
10 to 25 years
Soil
Clay and limestone
Vinification
The grapes are quickly transported to the winery in small size trailors. The pink color is extracted via a short maceration (6-12hrs). The grapes are then gently pressed into a pneumatic press. The juices are fermented in stainless steel tanks during 15 to 20 days at a temperature ranging from 14 to 18°C.
Tasting notes
Color: Light salmon-pink
Nose: A clean nose with summer fruits and redcurrant.
Palate: The light palate is full of peach, cranberry and raspberry, with great length.
Serving temperature
10 - 12 °C.
Food Pairings
Melon, fried fish, Niçoise salad, seafood Strawberry Slab Pie
Awards & Accolades
| Dated | Millesime | Awards | Accolades | Find out more | June 20 | 2019 |
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A fruity, delicious rosé with lemon-rind and dried-strawberry aromas and flavors. It's medium-bodied, fruity and bright. Creamy. Drink now. |
July 21 | 2020 |
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'A beautiful salmon pink in the glass, the aromas are rich with citrus and minerals. Developing in the mouth with flavors of river rocks, limestone, and grapefruit peel, undertones of thyme and chervil blossom on the herbal finish.' |
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