Domaine de Rimauresq

The Domaine de Rimauresq, classified as Côtes de Provence is a classic of the appellation, whose reds and rosés are at the top in terms of quality. It is located in Pignans, in the Var, 35 km from the sea, in the heart of Provence wine and extends over 60 hectares. Rimauresq takes its name from the contraction of Real Mauresque, the river of the Moors, which crosses the field. Located at an altitude ranging from 140 to 190 meters, the area enjoys a double advantage because of its proximity to the Mistral and the beneficent shade of Notre Dame des Anges. Its northwestern exposure allows it to grow late on clay schist and crystalline soil, favorable to the development of elegant wines and minerals, characteristics of the field. In 1941, several areas including Rimauresq create the union of Côtes de Provence to obtain the Denomination of Controlled Origin. In 1955, the estate became a founding member of the Cru Classés club. Since 1988, the Wemyss family, of Scottish origin, owns the estate. The vineyard of the Cru Classé Côtes de Provence vineyard is composed of 9 grape varieties: Syrah, Grenache, Carignan and Cabernet Sauvignon for the red wines, Rolle and Ugni Blanc for white wines, Cinsault, Mourvèdre and Tibouren for rosé wines. The average age of the vines is 40 years old. The oldest parcel was planted in 1930, some date back to the 1960s, and the most recent plantations date back to the early 1990s. Respectful of the rules of organic farming, the estate is harvesting at maturity and is renowned for its warm and full-bodied reds. One of the best classified growths of the Côtes de Provence appellation. Among the Crus of the estate, 12bouteilles.com has selected the cuvée Rimauresq in Rosé and Rouge and the R de Rimauresq also in Rosé and Rouge, top quality wines, the classics of the estate.