Colombelle Selection Rose
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Best enjoyed fresh and young, typically within 1 to 2 years of the vintage release.
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Charcuterie boards, grilled summer vegetables, light pasta salads
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The Colombelle Selection Rosé is a vibrant expression of the Côtes de Gascogne, crafted by the renowned Plaimont cooperative. The Colombelle line, named after the 'colombe' (dove) symbolizing peace and lightness, has become an international ambassador for Gascon wines. Grown on the rolling hills of the Gers department, where maritime breezes from the Atlantic meet the warm Pyrenean foothills, the vines thrive in clay-limestone and iron-rich 'sables fauves' (fawn sands). This unique terroir preserves the grapes' natural acidity and intense aromatic profile. The wine is crafted using short skin contact and cool fermentation to capture the bright, fresh-fruit character typical of the region's modern winemaking renaissance. It pays homage to the historic, joyful spirit of Gascony, famously the home of the legendary Musketeer d'Artagnan.
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Established in 1979 under the visionary leadership of André Dubosc, Plaimont is a pioneering cooperative union located in Saint-Mont within the Gers department of South-West France. By uniting the historic cellars of Plaisance, Aignan, and Saint-Mont, the producer has become a champion for reviving and safeguarding the indigenous heritage grape varieties of the Pyrenean foothills, such as Tannat, Pinenc, Gros Manseng, and Arrufiac. Plaimont is globally renowned for its commitment to ampelographic preservation, famously tending to a historic, pre-phylloxera vineyard parcel that is classified as an official French historic monument. Their diverse portfolio spans expressive, fresh whites, robust reds, and vibrant rosés, exemplified by the Fleur d'Artagnan range and the celebrated late-harvest Saint Albert and Saint Sylvestre wines.