Abbe Rous Collioure Reserve des Peintres Rosé 2022

The Collioure appellation extends over 453 hectares located within the same four communes on the Côte Vermeille it is coterminous with those of Banyuls, the only difference here being that these are all classified as table wines. The reds must contain a minimum of 60% Grenache Noir, with Mourvèdre and Syrah being classified as ancillary varieties. The whites can be a blend of Grenache Gris, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne and Vermentino (Rolle). Collioure received appellation status for its red wines in 1971, with the rosés classified in 1991 and the whites added as recently as 2003. Production for all three styles is limited to 40hl/ha. A blend of 65% Grenache Noir, 20% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah. This is part rosé de saignée, with a 12 hour maceration before pressing and pressurage direct for the balance of the fruit. Fermentation takes place at a low temperature and is bottled at the end of the year of the harvest. The label celebrates the famous harbour views of the church in Collioure, much captured by local and international artists.