In the glass
Aroma: red currant, watermelon, wild herbs, garrigue, citrus
Palate: cherry, raspberry, mineral freshness, light herb, clean dry finish
A classic, benchmark Tavel from one of the appellation's oldest estates; fresh, dry, and mineral with vibrant red fruit and herb notes. The reliable reference for the style.
What it pairs with
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Grilled sardines
Classic Provencal combination; mineral dry rose and oily fish. -
Ratatouille Nicoise
Herb notes and fresh acidity complement the vegetable-rich dish. -
Charcuterie platter
Fresh, dry Tavel is the Provencal aperitif rose par excellence.
How to serve Chateau d'Aqueria Tavel
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a flute or tulip-shaped rosé glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled sardines, Ratatouille Nicoise, Charcuterie platter. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Chateau d'Aqueria is one of the oldest and most storied estates in the Tavel appellation, with documented production dating to the early 20th century. The de Bez family owns the estate today. The Tavel AOC, established in 1936, is France's only AOC dedicated solely to rose wine.
- 1920 — Documented production at Chateau d'Aqueria in the Tavel AOC
- 1936 — Tavel receives its AOC, dedicated exclusively to dry rose
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau d'Aqueria
- Grapes
- Grenache (50%), Cinsault (15%), Clairette (15%), Syrah (10%), Bourboulenc (10%)
- Classification
- Tavel AOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel; no oak
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 18-30 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-3 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1920
Frequently asked about Chateau d'Aqueria Tavel
What does Chateau d'Aqueria Tavel taste like?
On the nose, red currant, watermelon, wild herbs, garrigue, citrus. On the palate, cherry, raspberry, mineral freshness, light herb, clean dry finish. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a medium finish. A classic, benchmark Tavel from one of the appellation's oldest estates; fresh, dry, and mineral with vibrant red fruit and herb notes. The reliable reference for the style.
When should I drink Chateau d'Aqueria Tavel?
Drink 1-3 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Chateau d'Aqueria Tavel?
Grilled sardines is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Ratatouille Nicoise and Charcuterie platter. Classic Provencal combination; mineral dry rose and oily fish.
What grapes are in Chateau d'Aqueria Tavel?
The blend is Grenache (50%), Cinsault (15%), Clairette (15%), Syrah (10%), Bourboulenc (10%). The wine is classified as Tavel AOC.