Merveille Valle d'Aosta DOC Rosè 2021 - La Crotta di Vegneron

Rosé Merveille comes from the rosé vinification of Syrah grapes. The character of the red grape is expressed through hints of small berries, the rosé vinification enhances its finesse. The territory is expressed through elegant mineral notes. In the Aosta Valley Enological history, rosé wine already appears in the chronicles of the 15th century.

The name of "Vins Vermeils" identified wines with colors between rosé and ruby red. The vinification techniques described spoke of maceration for no more than 24 hours in order to define more or less marked colours.

In the Aosta Valley Enological history, rosé wine already appears in the chronicles of the 15th century. The name of "Vins Vermeils" identified wines with colors between rosé and ruby red. The vinification techniques described spoke of maceration for no more than 24 hours in order to define more or less marked colours.

Qualification Valle d'Aosta DOC Rosé "Merveille"

Production area Vineyards facing south-east, south-west in the municipalities of Nus, Quart, Saint-Denis, Chambave, Chàtillon at 450/550 meters above sea level Morainic, loose sandy soil with steep slopes

Grapes 100% Syrah

Harvest First ten days of October Vinification and ageing

Vinification in rosé with cold pre-fermentation maceration for a few hours.

Aging in steel on fine fermentation lees for 5 months Pale coral pink color of excellent vivacity

Smell It opens with clear sensations of wild strawberry, currant and hints of raspberry. Floral scent of rose. Sage and thyme for the vegetable part. Citrus and vegetable nuances close the olfactory sensations

Taste Of good intensity with retro-olfactory sensations that highlight the rose and wild strawberry. The delicate tannic texture is pleasant and surprisingly savory. Pleasant persistence and excellent balance (to be tasted again. Pleasantly spiced).

Serving temperature 10/12° C (a little cooler as an aperitif, accompanied with dishes a few degrees more to emphasize the aromas)

Pairings Excellent pairing with Mediterranean cuisine, with preparations based on tomato sauce such as seafood pasta, lake fish.