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A.O.C. Bordeaux Rosé

The vineyard:

Croupe de Boucqueyran Tertiary alluvial gravel of Pyrenean origin

Surface area: 1ha of vines
Average age of the vines: 25 years
Vine types: 20 % Merlot, 80 % Cabernet Sauvignon
Planting density: 6,500 vines /ha
Yield: 45hl/ha
Annual production: 6,000 bottles

Wine-making techniques: Harvested when ripe

Process :
	Sorting in the vineyard Sorting after stalk-removal No pressing Bled after short maceration Fermentation at low temperature (18°) No malolactic fermentation

The vat-room:
	Vat area consisting of 18 concrete vats Thermo-regulated from 30 to 90 hl Reception on sorting table, vibrating table and the stalk-remover Vertical press

Tasting:  L'Estival de Lalaudey - 2004

A rosé colouring, mildly accentuated by cherry reflections. Delicate aromas carry just a hint of fruit. A fresh and vigorous first impression, with a hint of spice and a slightly minty aftertaste. A wonderful summer wine to be enjoyed at any time of day.

Serving advice: L'Estival de Lalaudey should be served at an ideal temperature of between 10 and 12°C.

Wine and dish harmony: Sea-bream grilled ‘a la plancha’ with ‘sauce vierge’.