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Located in France’s southern Rhône Valley, Château Lamargue (Lah-Marg) comprises 210 acres of vineyard in the Costières de Nîmes appellation. Owned by Campari since 2001, the estate boasts a showcase winery equipped with the most advanced winemaking technology as well as new French and American oak barriques. Renowned Rhone Valley producer, Jean-Luc Colombo is Managing Director of the estate.

The Costières de Nîmes AOC wines come from vineyards where yields are limited to approximately 35 hl/ha, which translates into approximately one bottle of wine per vine.

“Cabanes” refers to the hunting huts native to the region.

Production Area
The low hills of the Costières de Nimes have a specific soil called grès – a stony gravel with large pebbles that were carried down from the Alps by the Rhone River. This unusual soil, combined with maritime influences, allow for this region to produce an elegant and distinctive style of wine.

Grape Varieties
50% Syrah, 50% Grenache

Vinification
This rosé is obtained by “saignée” or bleeding of the red varieties, Syrah and Grenache, with 6 to 12 hours of skin contact to extract color. Fermentation is at controlled temperatures for approximately 15 days from free-run juice only. Six weeks of lees aging gives the wine its roundness and length.

Color
Bright and intense rose

Bouquet
Complex with black currant and raspberry aromas

Taste
Dry, refreshing and nicely balanced

Alcohol
12.5%

Serving Suggestions
Perfect as an aperitif thanks to its fruit and freshness. This rosé is not only a “sipping” rosé but can go perfectly with salads, pork and grilled meat. Serve lightly chilled.