Domain :
Château de l’Ille

Wine :
Cuvée Alexandre 2012

Color :
Rosé

Size :
187 ml

Appellation :
Languedoc AOC

Varietals :
Syrah 80%,
Grenache 20%

Alcohol :  12.5%

Terroir :
Vineyards are planted nearby Bages and Sigean salt lakes, on clayey and chalky soil. The terroir is a local local microclimate. Soft winds from the sea moderate sun effect.

Wine making process :
The juice is run off the skins early in the fermentation when the desired colour is obtained and finishes fermenting in other vat. 24 hours later, the wines go through low temperature thermo-controlled wine making process.

Maturing :
During 6 months in stainless steel vats ans early « bottling » to preserve the aromas.

Robe :
Shiny and deep pink.

Nose :
Subtle, red berries and English candy

Mouth :
Long on the palate and complex. Red fruits, banana and violet give to the whole a generous harmony.

Food pairing :
Barbecue,
Pizza,
Cheese,
Salads.

Service temperature :
50°F