La Jaglerie Rosé d‘Anjou - Marcel Martin

La Jaglerie Rosé d‘Anjou - Marcel MartinThe La Jaglerie Rosé d’Anjou - Marcel Martin shines in the glass in a delicate salmon pink with light reflections of glossy raspberry pink. The color immediately arouses desire for the first sip. On the nose, a bouquet full of freshness and charm unfolds. Ripe strawberries, juicy raspberries and red currants are immediately to the fore. Nuances of cherry, a little watermelon and a hint of rose petals join in. With a deep breath, the bouquet appears delicate and at the same time seductive. A light spiciness with hints of white pepper and fresh mint rounds off the array of aromas. In the background, a subtle, cool minerality resonates, typical of rosés from the Loire Valley. The aroma comes across as clear, precise and whets the appetite for the palate. On the palate, this rosé from Anjou presents itself as pleasantly fruit-driven and fresh. The texture appears silky, slender and yet full of flavor. The aromas of strawberry, raspberry and red currant continue and fill the mouth with juicy red-berry fruit. A lively but never sharp acidity provides clear contours and great drinking pleasure. The alcohol content of 10.5 percent by volume lends lightness and buoyant enjoyment without heaviness. The fruit appears juicy and cool, accompanied by delicate floral tones and fine spice. The structure remains elegant at all times. At the end there is a medium-long finish with hints of strawberry candy, fresh currant and a touch of citrus zest. The style of the wine is clear: fresh, fruity, animating and charming, ideal for pleasurable moments without fuss. The La Jaglerie Rosé d’Anjou - Marcel Martin has its origin in the heart of the Loire Valley, more precisely in Anjou. The climate here is influenced by the Atlantic, with mild temperatures and cool nights. These conditions produce grapes with intense fruit and fine acidity. The soils often consist of slate, weathered slate and clay with sandy inclusions. This diversity gives the wine fresh minerality and an elegant style. The cuvée of Cabernet Franc and Grolleau reflects the tradition of Rosé d’Anjou. Cabernet Franc contributes structure, fine spice and red berries. Grolleau adds lightness, pronounced fruit and a delicate, animating acidity. Together they create a rosé that appears pleasantly smooth while remaining lively and fragrant. The tannins are extremely fine and play only a subtle supporting role. Typical aromas that stand out particularly clearly when enjoyed are listed below. Strawberry, from ripe to slightly confit Juicy raspberry with delicate sweetness Red currant with fresh acidity A hint of cherry and watermelon Fine floral notes such as rose petal Light herbal spice and cool minerality The character of the wine makes it suitable for many occasions. In everyday life, this rosé brings lightness to the glass. At celebrations it accompanies guests in style from the aperitif to the light main course. As a spritzy start to sociable evenings For summer garden parties and barbecues As a companion for light menus with fish, poultry or vegetables As a relaxed terrace wine on warm days As a charming gift for lovers of fresh rosés Overall, the La Jaglerie Rosé d’Anjou - Marcel Martin displays a very accessible, fruity style. It invigorates, refreshes and delivers uncomplicated elegance in the glass. The wine is aimed at connoisseurs who appreciate an animating rosé with a clear origin and typical Loire character. Production of La Jaglerie Rosé d’Anjou by Marcel Martin The grapes for this rosé come from selected parcels in Anjou in the Val de Loire. Proximity to the Atlantic brings cool winds that slow down the ripening process. In this way, the berries develop intense aromatics with moderate alcohol. The vines grow on soils of slate, limestone and clay. This mix provides tension and a fine mineral streak in the wine. Cabernet Franc and Grolleau offer the ideal base for Rosé d’Anjou. Cabernet Franc delivers red-berry fruit, a bit of spice and elegant structure. Grolleau complements these characteristics with lightness, juicy freshness and delicate floral notes. Harvesting takes place at the optimal stage of ripeness. This allows the wine to show abundant fruit while retaining its freshness and lively acidity. After the harvest, the grapes quickly reach the cellar. There, the berries are handled gently. In most cases, the grapes spend only a short time on the skins. This extracts the delicate salmon-pink tones and fine aromatic substances from the skins. This is followed by gentle pressing to obtain only the clear, aromatic must. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. Cool temperatures preserve the fresh fruit of strawberry, raspberry and currant. Maturation in stainless steel maintains the pure, unadulterated aromatics of the grape varieties. Oak is not the focus here. The goal remains a clear, pure rosé with an emphasis on fruit. After fermentation is complete, the wine rests for a time on the fine lees. This phase lends it de...