Rimauresq Rosé R Reserve 2022

Rimauresq Rosé R Reserve is a refined and elegant expression of Provence rosé, crafted with precision and finesse. Noted for its pale pink hue with youthful purple tinges, it opens with subtle smoky and savoury aromas. The palate is dry, delicate, and finely textured, offering exceptional balance and linearity. A wine of understated sophistication, with a clean, mineral finish that lingers gracefully. This is a rosé that speaks to the purity of terroir and the artistry of restrained winemaking.

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Type: Rosé Wine
Style: Dry, Elegant
Grape Varietal: Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvèdre (exact blend may vary by vintage)
Tastes Like: Subtle red berries, savoury notes, smoke, fine minerality
Alcohol Percentage: 13%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Côtes de Provence
Region: Provence, France
Terroir: Schist, gravel and clay-limestone foothills of the Maures Mountains
Aging: Vinified in stainless steel with extended lees contact
Serving Temperature: 8–10°C – Best served chilled

Château Rimauresq is a celebrated Provence estate awarded the Cru Classé distinction. The 'R' Reserve rosé represents the pinnacle of their range, offering a more concentrated and age-worthy style than the classic bottlings. With fruit sourced from old vines and crafted using careful winemaking techniques, this cuvée is made for those seeking a rosé with complexity, savoury depth, and a lingering, dry finish.

Seafood: Seared tuna with sesame and soy or grilled swordfish with herbs.
Poultry: Chicken with tapenade or poached quail with citrus.
Vegetarian: Roasted fennel and tomato gratin or herbed couscous salad.
Cheese: Semi-soft goat cheese or aged sheep's milk cheese with herbs.

Chèvre: Aged and dry, highlighting the wine's savoury elegance.
Tomme de Provence: Herbal and rustic, matching the wine's subtlety.
Pélagrue: Creamy and delicate, pairing with the wine's fine texture.
Ricotta Salata: Salty and mild, complementing the wine's clean finish.

Tarte aux Légumes Provençaux (Provençal Vegetable Tart)

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet puff pastry
• 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
• 1 eggplant, thinly sliced
• 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, caramelised
• Fresh thyme and rosemary
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Goat cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Lay puff pastry on a baking tray and prick with a fork.
2. Layer caramelised onion, then alternate slices of vegetables in rows.
3. Drizzle with olive oil, season with herbs, salt, and pepper.
4. Add goat cheese if desired. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden.
5. Serve warm or at room temperature with Rimauresq Rosé R Reserve.