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AOC Bordeaux: This vast viticultural area is situated between St. Émilion and Bergerac, 80 km from Bordeaux. The fertile hills overlook the Dordogne River, one of the most beautiful areas in Southwestern France. This is a newer appellation with energetic vignerons seeking opportunities to distinguish themselves over their more complacent Bordelais counterparts. Cépage: Merlot and Cabernet Franc. About the Producer: Chateau Carbonneau is a family-run estate comprised of 50 hectares in the heart of Bordeaux vineyards close to Sainte Foy La Grande. Eleven hectares produce red wines of AOC Bordeaux and Sainte Foy Bordeaux. The vineyard is planted on clay-limestone soil. A traditional vinification with three weeks fermentation and maceration is followed by several months in vats. Tasting Notes: This Bordeaux Rosé has all the refreshing fruit you want from a summer wine. The beautiful rose color sparkles with garnet highlights. On the nose, it bursts with red and black fruits which carry over to the palate with enough acids to make it refreshing. Recommended Food Pairings: Cheeses and Salads, White meats, and Fish. Chateau Carbonneau's proprietors, Wilfrid and Jacquie Franc de Ferrière, have a wonderful bed and breakfast set in a unique and restful surrounding. Their chateau, built in the middle of the nineteenth century, is surrounded by two hectares of beautiful gardens. This bed and breakfast is one of the best values in France. For more information, connect to their web site, www.chateau-carbonneau.com. See also from this producer: 2001 Red Wine and 2000 Oak Aged Red Wine |
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