Inspiration Rosé Wine (Tradition)
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Our Inspiration Rosé is one of the best Château Virant rosé wines to enjoy year round.
This wine was created by the Cheylan family as the point of union between trend and tradition. Its color and its citrus notes, called "thiols" by professionals, are signs of its modernity. Its dominant aromas of red fruits, green apple, and its powerful structure all bear witness to the qualities of a rosé that has stood the test of time.
The grape varieties used to make this wine indicate its high quality: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Grenache.
This wine is one of the best sellers of the estate. Year after year, the Inspiration Rosé wine reveals consistent taste qualities.
Pairings
Pleasant as an aperitif, this wine pairs well with Mediterranean dishes, such as marinated fish and grilled meats. It also nicely compliments gourmet dishes such as chicken with lemon and herbs.
Tasting advice
Be sure to chill your wine to 12° C before serving. Use frozen glasses or porcelain ice cubes to create the optimal temperature.
Environmental distinction
Château Virant has an HVE 3 certification issued by the French government. This distinguished label is only obtained after having reached the highest level of environmental certification for farms. This label signifies sustainable production and practices with careful management of natural resources.
Awards
The Inspiration Rosé regularly wins awards in the national Vinalies competition. In 2018 it won the Prix d'Excellence (prize of excellence), and in 2020 it won a silver medal.
The jury for the Vinalies Nationales competition is made up exclusively of oenologists who note both the quality and the typicity of the wines submitted for tasting. Winning a prize in this prestigious professional competition is the assurance of being a recognized producer in the wine industry.
The Inspiration Rosé also won the gold medal at the Mondial du Rosé in 2018.
The Mondial du Rosé competition, organized by the oenologists of France, is an international competition that judges and rewards the best vintages. It is a competition mainly intended for catering and wine professionals which allows them to assess the quality of the wines of an estate on a global scale.
In 2017 and 2020, the Inspiration Rosé won a gold medal at the Aix-en-Provence competition. In 2014, 2015, and 2016 it won a silver medal.
The Aix-en-Provence competition identifies the best wines of the Aix-en-Provence PDO region. It is a competition of producers whose wines are judged by the professionals of the region. Château Virant, with its many vintages is a frequent and worthy winner.
Data sheet
Appellation of origin | AOP Aix en Provence |
Assembly | Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Grenache |
Vintage | 2023 |
Wine color | Rosé |
Wine storage | To be consumed within the year |
Wine fermentation | Rosé obtained from alcoholic fermentation only |
Wine maturation | No breeding. |
Dominant aromas | Citrus, green apple and dominant cherry and raspberry. Floral Fruity Powerful |
Area | The vineyard of Château Virant is composed of 160 ha. Only about thirty are necessary for the elaboration of this prestigious vintage. |
Location | Nestled at the foot of the rocky outcrop that bears the name Château Virantthe vineyards of the estate are located in the communes of Lançon de Provence and Velaux. |
Age of the vineyards | All the vines that produce our rosés are at least 3 meters old and no older than 25 years. |
Planting density | 4,000 vines are planted per hectare. |
Floors | Located on a clay-limestone soil, the minerality of the land is felt in this vintage. |
Particularity of the vineyard plantation | The vineyards are oriented South-South-East, which favors the capture of sunlight by the berries. |
Type of viticulture | The entire estate is certified High Environmental Value level 3 (HVE3), the most demanding sustainable agriculture there is |
Type of harvest | The harvest is said to be mechanical, at a moderate pace so as not to damage the grapes and the vines. |
Winery | Its passage in thermo-regulated vats is mandatory to guarantee this rosé its best expression. |
Vinification | The vinification includes a direct pressing with cold stabulation and a cold fermentation. |
Bottling date | 4 months after the harvest. |
Country | France |
Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur |
Domain | Virant |
Type of crop | Traditional |
Alcohol content | 13° |
Operating temperature | 12° |
Date of harvest | The Inspiration Rosé is harvested during the last two weeks of August. |
Custody level | In the cellar for 2 years but the quintessence will be revealed in its first year. |
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Victor S. published the 13/06/2024 following an order made on 28/05/2024
Après une première dégustation je peux dire que c.est un rosé à conseiller
Albert B. published the 29/05/2024 following an order made on 11/05/2024
doux agréable à boire
Reine-May H. published the 27/02/2024 following an order made on 15/02/2024
Il est excellent+++
Pierre L. published the 19/02/2024 following an order made on 06/02/2024
Très bon
Anonymous customer published the 29/01/2024 following an order made on 17/01/2024
Très bien 👍
Nadine L. published the 27/07/2023 following an order made on 16/07/2023
Super
Patrick G. published the 21/07/2023 following an order made on 04/07/2023
Bon petit rosé
Pascal A. published the 06/07/2023 following an order made on 25/06/2023
Nous apprécions particulièrement ce vin rosé, très équilibré, que nous avons découvert lors d'une visite au domaine en 2022.
Jean E. published the 29/06/2023 following an order made on 17/06/2023
Excellent, c'est un régal.
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