FRANCE - PROVENCE
DOMAINE PIQUE ROQUE..........................
The Pique Roque winery is located in Flassans in the heart of the breathtakingly beautiful Provence region and the wines made there under the guidance of Head Winemaker Max Hubbard have won several awards at the most prestigious wine competition in France, the Concours General Agricole. The estate is also listed in the 'Top 100 Vineyards in Provence' by wine writer Ian Parkin.
These are the type of traditional regional wines that are all too rarely seen in the UK: beautifully made, evocative wines with real character and elegance. The rose is the archetypal Provencal all rounder: a delicate salmon-pink colour with subtle palate of nectarines, strawberries and summer fruits it ís both a great aperitif and a highly versatile food wine. The deep, resonant red has hints of ripe black berry fruit and layers of spice and soft tannins on the finish. The new sparkling rose wine represents an exciting addition to the Pique Roque range and offers a genuine alternative to cava and champagne at a commercially attractive price.
Vin de Pays Rose 2009
A blend of 75% Grenache and 25% Cinsault. Coral pink in appearance with a nose of nectarines, fresh raspberries and summer fruits.
On the palate the wine reveals subtle layers of delicate, refined and well-structured strawberry and redcurrant fruit.
The wine is balanced by excellent acidity which gives it some character and leads to a long, refreshing finish.
Vin de Pays Blanc 2009
Made from 100% Ugni Blanc (also called Trebbiano in Italy). Old vines, careful fruit selection and maturation on the lees produce a dry white wine with fresh crisp acidity.
Quite broad on the palate with hints of fresh flowers, lemon and a touch of honey.
Vin de Pays Rouge 2009
A classic blend of Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault this is a robust, spicy, rich wine, with structure and length.
Lovely blackberry and cherry fruits on the palate. Perfect winter lunchtime red.
Cotes de Provence Rose 2009
Pale coral pink in colour, with a delicate nose of strawberries and fresh summer fruits, and a palate of red berries and nectarines, this is a seriously refreshing wine.
The dry finish makes it a perfect aperitif but it is also a highly versatile food wine; in Provence they drink it with everything from salads to spicy pizzas.
Cotes de Provence Rouge 2006
The AOC Rouge is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Grenache.
Rich and fruity with flavours of plums and blackcurrants held by firm silky tannins, this is a wine of good structure and length. Perfect with Sunday lunch.
Sparkling Rose Rose NV
An attractive nose of summer fruits, lovely coral colour flecked with silver tones and a bright, clean finish.
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