Château Routas Coteaux Varois Rosé South Africa

Château Routas Coteaux Varois Rosé South AfricaPairs with: Fresh chvre Good for: Summer days by the sea Grapes: Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon I am from: Coteaux Varois, Provence The story: Chteau Routas' 290 hectare estate is nestled between the old town elegance of Aix en Provence and the white sand beaches that line the Gulf of Saint Tropez. An altitude of 350 meters provides cooler nights, contributing to wines that combine both freshness and complexity. In 2005 Sir David Murray

and fruity finish accented by a tiny

unrolling a velvety

it delivers a beautiful

It pours a dense

and mouth-coating density that blankets the tongue with layers of black cherries and dried cranberries

there is no filtration

The Story: Boasting a rich winemaking history that spans nearly a century

lingering aromas with hints of red berries

Pairs with: Grilled Seabass

Secondary aromas include floral touches of jasmine and rose just a bit of gunflint

This 292 acre vineyard is positioned on the valley floor and experiences a cooling effect from the breezes of San Pablo Bay that is advantageous to the growth and development of Pinot Noir

Michael Gerbing