Description
An artful pairing of Provenal ros tradition and contemporary creative energy, the 2024 M de Minuty x Elliott Routledge Limited Edition offers radiant fruit clarity, vibrant freshness, and seamless balance. Expressive yet refined, it delivers lifted red fruit and citrus nuances with a poised texture that reflects both its storied terroir and its distinctive artistic collaboration.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced in the famed Ctes de Provence appellation of southern France, this limited-edition ros is the fruit of a collaboration between Chteau Minutyone of Provences most esteemed estatesand British artist Elliott Routledge, whose signature visual language graces the bottle design.
The vineyards sit on limestone and clay soils warmed by Mediterranean sunshine and cooled by coastal breezes. The 2024 blend is crafted primarily from Grenache and Cinsault, complemented by Rolle (Vermentino) and other classic Provenal varieties that contribute freshness, perfume, and structure.
Grapes were harvested early in the cool of morning to preserve acidity and aromatic purity. Gentle whole-cluster pressing and a cool stainless-steel fermentation capture the essence of the fruit, while limited lees contact imparts mid-palate texture without adding weight. The winemaking emphasizes clarity, refreshing energy, and a light, expressive stylehallmarks of Provence ros that allow food-friendly versatility and effortless enjoyment.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Delicate and inviting, with aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, rose petal, and white peach, lifted by citrus blossom and a hint of Provenal herbs.
Palate:
Light-to-medium bodied and brightly focused, revealing juicy red berry and citrus layers framed by crisp acidity and a whisper of saline minerality. The texture is elegant and seamless, with fruit purity front and center.
Finish:
Clean, refreshing, and persistent, with lingering citrus zest and red fruit echoes that carry through with clarity and finesse.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | ~13% |
| Origin / Region | Ctes de Provence, France |
| Production or Grape Type | Grenache, Cinsault, Rolle (Vermentino), others |
| Aging or Maturation | Stainless steel fermentation; lees texture |
| Aromas & Flavors | Strawberry, raspberry, citrus, floral notes, minerality |
| Style / Identity | Elegant, vibrant Provence ros limited edition |
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