The impressive Château d'Eclans winery, located in La Motta, was purchased by Sacha Lichine in 2006. They own 44 hectares of vines of various varieties and have an average age of no more than eighty years. The vines are planted on clay and sandstone soils. The primary grapes grown on the estate are Grenache and Vermentino. Other grapes grown on the estate include Cinsault, Merlot, Mourvedre, Syrah, and Tibouren. The vines are planted at varying altitudes, resulting in a wide range of flavor concentrations.
Harvest begins at sunrise and continues until midday, thus avoiding the heat of the day. During harvest, the grapes are selectively picked and placed in small crates. Large crates are deliberately used to prevent the grapes at the bottom from being crushed. They are hand-picked. Once the crates of grapes arrive at the winery, they are hand-sorted and destemmed. After pressing, the juices are blended for fermentation and aging in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature.
The Pale By Whiserpering Angel Rosé is a light pink in the glass and incredibly clear. The nose immediately reveals a wonderful aromatic freshness. The palate is delightfully subtle, with numerous fruity notes. It has a long, crisp, and smooth finish. This Rosé is perfect as an aperitif, but also pairs beautifully with tuna, scallops, or light lunch dishes.
