2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Grenache 45%; Mourvèdre 30%; Cinsault 5%; Syrah, Castet, Manosquin, Carignan and various Muscat varieties collectively 20%
Region Palette
Soil Calcareous scree
Orientation North-Facing Slopes
Fermentation Vessels Small vats
Pressing Method Pomace Pressed In Vertical Hydraulic Presses
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Vines average more than 50 years, with some parcels over 100 years. Grapes were harvested exclusively by hand at full maturity and sorted. Vinification involved light crushing and destemming, vatting with pumpovers, temperature control and 15–21 days of maceration. Maturation was exclusively in wood: 8 months in small foudres followed by one year in oak barrels of different ages, with blending at bottling.
Tasting Notes Deep ruby; subtle aromas and a highly complex bouquet; structured, rich in noble tannins, with strong aging potential
Vintages
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties Grenache 45%; Mourvèdre 30%; Cinsault 5%; Syrah, Castet, Manosquin, Carignan and Muscat varieties collectively 20%
Drinking Window More than 10 years of cellaring
Region Palette
Soil Calcareous scree and gravel
Orientation North-Facing Slopes
Fermentation Vessels Vats and small stainless-steel tanks
Pressing Method Pomace Pressed In Vertical Hydraulic Presses
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Maceration 21 days
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Hand harvested at full maturity with grape sorting, followed by light crushing and destemming, pumpovers and temperature control; importer-reported maceration was 15–21 days. The co-planted vines average more than 50 years, with some parcels over 100 years. The importer describes organic viticulture and limited yields. Maturation comprised 8 months in small foudres followed by one year in oak barrels of different ages. Recommended serving temperature is 18–20°C; recommended storage temperature is 13–16°C.
Tasting Notes Ripe fruit, herbs and spices; full-bodied and deep, with firm tannins, velvety texture, freshness and intensity
Food Pairing Meat, cheese and pasta
Critics Ratings 96
Producer Information
Website
Address
Château Simone, Chemin de la Simone, 13590 Meyreuil, France
Phone
+33 4 42 66 92 58
Email
Owner
Rougier family