COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
100% Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Jean-Jacques Lamoureux
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Rosé des Riceys Valigné by Jean-Jacques Lamoureux is a distinctive still rosé wine from Les Riceys in Champagne, France, made exclusively from 100% Pinot Noir. This rare wine is produced only in years when the grapes achieve exceptional maturity, exceeding that required for Champagne. The appellation itself is unique, with a limited annual production. The Jean-Jacques Lamoureux estate is a multi-generational family winery committed to showcasing the specific terroir of Les Riceys. The wine is known for its gastronomic qualities and aging potential, often described as a bridge between rosé and red wine.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Rosé des Riceys is one of the oldest appellations in France.
Fact 02
It's a still wine from the Champagne region, known for sparkling wines.
Fact 03
Only 70,000-100,000 bottles are produced annually across all producers.
Fact 04
The wine is made only in years with sufficient grape maturity, higher than for Champagne.
FOOD PAIRING
Read more
WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Rosé des Riceys Valigné is produced from 100% Pinot Noir grapes grown on steep, well-exposed slopes in Les Riceys, characterized by Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soils. The grapes come from old vines, typically 30-50 years old. Vinification involves placing whole bunches into vats for a maceration period of 5 to 7 days. The wine is only produced in sunny years when the Pinot Noir reaches a maturity level higher than that required for Champagne. The decision to rack the wine is based on the first signs of tannin development, a technique that bridges the gap between rosé and red wine production. The estate holds HVE (High Environmental Value) certification, indicating a commitment to sustainable viticultural practices.
