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“ « Vintage after vintage, the Collection wines have become symbols which perfectly illustrate the family’s ethos of supreme quality. Careful ageing, together with the meticulous attention paid every day by Marcel and Philippe Guigal to the selection and blending processes, bring to the fore the consistency and excellence of the great appellations of the Rhône Valley » ”

Southern Rhône

Tavel

The French rosé par excellence with all the elegance and nobility which make it a classic at top restaurants.

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Soil type

Clay and pebbles.

Grape variety

60% Grenache, 15% Cinsault, 10% Clairette, 10% Syrah, 5% others.

Average age of vines

25 years

Winemaking

Juice drawn off after maceration overnight. Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation.

Ageing

6 months in stainless steel tanks.

Average yield

35 Hl / hectare.

Average annual production

Around 50.000 bottles.

Tasting

Eye : Pure and deep salmon pink.

Nose : Elegant floral and fruit notes.

Palate : A fruity and well structured wine with aromatic finesse on the palate.

Overall : A pleasant acidity which is balanced by fleshy fruitiness and body.

Our comment

“The premier rosé of France, very full, from a great vintage, redolent of violets and tobacco plants in early evening. A great mouthful of fruits and summer flowers. Perfect with fish, chicken, grilled shops or paella.” - by K. STEVENS M.W.

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Vintages 2017

BETTANE+DESSEAUVE

Score : 16.5/20

Un vrai tavel à lancienne, avec de la couleur et du goût, cest un faux rouge en bouche avec sa densité et sa persistance, et son équilibre frais sur un fruité grenadine.

JEB DUNNUCK

Score : 90

In contrast, the 2017 Tavel is classic Tavel with its more medium ruby color, ripe notes of raspberries, cherries and spice, medium body, and a layered, richer texture. It still stays fresh and vibrant on the palate.

WINE ADVOCATE

Score : 91

Guigal's 2017 Tavel is a full-bodied, expansive rosé loaded with ripe berry flavors. Plump, round and creamy in texture, it finishes long, with hints of dried spices and pressed flowers. Like most Tavels, it will easily last through the second year after the vintage.