Fondation de la Mer Rose
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled seafood, Mediterranean mezze, fresh summer salads
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by the innovative winemaker Xavier Vignon, the 'Fondation de la Mer' Rosé is a solidarity cuvée born from a deep commitment to ocean preservation, with proceeds supporting the French organization of the same name dedicated to protecting marine ecosystems. Vignon, renowned for his fascination with salinity and mineral tension, selects parcels from the Southern Rhône that exhibit a distinct freshness. This rosé captures the vibrant, sun-drenched character of the region, balancing ripe red fruit notes with a crisp, sea-breeze-like acidity that pays homage to its oceanic namesake.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded by celebrated consulting oenologist Xavier Vignon, the eponymous winery is located in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the southern Rhône Valley, France. Leveraging decades of advisory work across prestigious global estates, Vignon channels deep insights into microclimates and soil diversity into artisanally crafted wines. The estate's philosophy centers on the art of precision blending, bringing together exceptional old-vine parcels and innovative winemaking techniques to achieve depth, balance, and freshness. Xavier Vignon is widely recognized for his rich, complex Grenache-driven expressions, exemplified by flagship releases such as Cuvée Anonyme and the visionary Arcane series.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah