Château des Roques - Vacqueyras - Cuvée du Château - Rouge - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 Red Cuvée du Château Vacqueyras captures all the fragrances of the garrigue with elegance and distinction! Its floral nose, marked by violet and peony, along with dark fruits and a smooth structure, defines a refined and flowing 2022 vintage with low tannins, an infused and precise profile that is particularly charming. This is a superb bottle that can be served with poultry. Rated 92/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Total destemming, 5-week fermentation. Aged in stainless steel vats and demi-muids for 18 months.

Color:

Intense ruby red with vermilion highlights.

Nose:

Intense aromas of red and black fruits, blackcurrant and cherry, with a floral touch of peony and violet.

Palate:

A supple, juicy Vacqueyras with delicate, well-coated tannins, infused, precise juice and a long, lingering palate.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Prime rib, entrecôte with pepper sauce, grilled lamb chop with thyme, duck aiguillettes and vegetable tian à la provençale.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029

An exceptional site, Château des Roques captivates not only with its architecture. Nestled in a Provençal hamlet of dry stone, bordered by centuries-old plane trees and surrounded by 38 hectares of vineyards, this place invites contemplation and more!

The Seroul family has revived the potential of this sleeping beauty, restoring its former glory and character. In recent vintages, they have produced balanced and precise cuvées that now rival the finest addresses in the region.