COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Syrah
PRODUCER
Château Simone
REGION
Provence
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Simone is the historic emblem of the Palette AOC, a tiny appellation near Aix-en-Provence. Owned by the Rougier family since 1830, the estate features north-facing limestone terraces and a unique microclimate cooled by the Arc river and the Montagne Sainte-Victoire. This historic estate is renowned for producing wines of extraordinary longevity and complexity, defying the typical conventions of Provence.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€50
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Château Simone is the undisputed star of Palette, an appellation that covers only about 45 hectares in total.
Fact 02
Unlike most Provence rosés, Château Simone is aged in oak barrels, giving it legendary aging potential of a decade or more.
Fact 03
The estate's vineyards are primarily north-facing, protecting the grapes from extreme heat and preserving vital acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are hand-harvested, sorted, and destemmed. For the rosé, it is produced using a combination of direct pressing and the saignée method. Fermentation occurs in small oak casks using indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged in oak foudres for several months, followed by time in older barrels, which is highly unusual for rosé and contributes to its exceptional structure, texture, and aging potential.
