Cuvée Rosé

The rosé from Jean-Noël Haton combines 35 per cent Pinot Meunier, 30 per cent Chardonnay and 35 per cent Pinot Noir. 10 per cent of the cuvée is vinified as red wine, which provides the colour and the berry character. At least three years of ageing give it roundness.

The nose is highly fragrant: fresh red fruit, redcurrant and strawberry. With air come stone fruit, sloe and orange zest, and finally pine resin and a hint of toast. The attack on the palate is racy, the finish rich, generous and of good length. Serve it at 8 to 10 °C in a tulip-shaped glass. It is ideal as a summer aperitif, but it also goes with fruity desserts, especially strawberry tart. A rosé with character, and one that can do more than just sit on a terrace.