Tavel Rosé 2015
Vidal-Fleury
Founded in 1781, Vidal-Fleury not only is the Rhône’s oldest continuing grower/négociant firm, but it also secured an international following very quickly.Thomas Jefferson’s visit in 1787 was its first contact with the United States; he called the wines “ justly celebrated”.
The elaboration of Vidal-Fleury’s wines consists of four separate operations – the vineyard, winemaking, ageing and bottling. The superb origins of the grapes and the patience taken in maturing are what make the quality of Vidal-Fleury wines according to Winemaker Guy Sarton du Jonchay.
Terroir: Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault grapes are grown in shallow soils made up primarily of clay, stones and sand. Vineyards are spread out on hillsides throughout the appellation.
Vinification: Grapes are hand and machine harvested and transported to the winery in small crates. The Grenache is vinified using the “Saignée” method of bleeding the juice. Syrah spends a short period of time on its skins at cool temperatures and the Cinsault is vinified by direct pressing. The varietals are blended and vinified in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks for 4 months. The wine is bottled unfined and with only a light filtering.
Additional Information
Attractive pink robe with a slight red-ish hue. The bouquet is filled with aromas of cherries, vanilla, and bright red fruit, light floral touches, and a slight tinge of thyme. The palate shows a clear, rich attack of cherry, hazelnut, lavender, and rose hip. The finish is fresh and crisp, with garrigue.
Technical Details
- Appellation: Tavel
- Winemaker: Guy Sarton du Jonchay
- Sustainability: Sustainable Practices
- Soil: Clay, pebbles, sand
- Yield: 43 hl/ha
- Alcohol: 13%
- Avg Production: 850 cases
- Sizes Available: 750ml
- Pack Size: 12/750ml
- Varietals: 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 20% Cinsault
Recent Press
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Score: 90 Points
Wine Enthusiast Author: Joe Czerwinski
Date: Friday, November 3, 2017Vidal-Fleury ages its wines longer than most other Rhne firms, so don't be concerned that this is a year behind other Tavels on the market. It's the one ros appellation that can handle a bit of bottle age, so this is at its peak. It shows typical Tavel weight and richness, but also savory, almost meaty or mushroomy elements, balanced by bright citrus notes. Drink now. -
Score: 90 Points
Wine Enthusiast Author: Joe Czerwinski
Date: Friday, November 3, 2017Vidal-Fleury ages its wines longer than most other Rhne firms, so don't be concerned that this is a year behind other Tavels on the market. It's the one ros appellation that can handle a bit of bottle age, so this is at its peak. It shows typical Tavel weight and richness, but also savory, almost meaty or mushroomy elements, balanced by bright citrus notes. Drink now. -
Score: 90 Points
Vinous Author: Josh Raynolds
Date: Friday, July 7, 2017Bright orange-pink. Pungent red currant, cherry and orange pith scents are accompanied by suggestions of fennel and lavender. Chewy and precise on the palate, offering bitter cherry and red berry flavors supported by a spine of juicy acidity. Smoothly blends power and finesse, and finishes long and floral; a late mineral flourish adds snap and cut. -
Score: 88 Points
The Wine Advocate Author: Jeb Dunnuck
Date: Friday, February 10, 2017The 2015 Tavel is a deeply colored effort (which isn't unusual for a Tavel) and has rich, forward notes of ripe raspberries, cherries and spice in its medium-bodied, nicely textured and balanced style. It's a high-quality Ros that will shine on the dinner table.
