AIX Provence Rose 2025, Magnums

Three magnums of AIX. Put one in a bucket on a table outside and the afternoon takes care of itself. A lovely pale, salmon pink colour with beautiful, shiny reflections. The nose is quite delicate, fruit-forward, clean and complex, with notes of fresh red fruits, peach and some subtle floral hints. AIX Rosé 2025 offers roundness on the palate and a beautiful aromatic depth, before finding freshness and some minerality in its long and precise finish. Maison Saint Aix is located 30 kilometres north of Aix-en-Provence at 500 metres above sea level, the highest point of the appellation, behind the Montagne Sainte-Victoire. This high elevation, coupled with cooling Mistral winds and striking diurnal temperature variation, ensures wines of freshness and balance. The estate owns a single plot of 75 hectares, planted on limestone-rich soils which are naturally well-draining, yet retain moisture, producing wines with mineral finesse and purity of fruit. The vineyard is managed with a biodynamic approach, utilising bio-preparations to enhance soil fertility, sowing rye to prevent erosion and enforcing biodiversity-driven pest management to ensure vineyard health. Nicolas also works closely with local growers, sourcing grapes through longstanding contracts. Crafted from a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault, the Maison Saint Aix Rosé is a quintessential expression of Provence, embodying elegance, freshness, and a refined fruit character. The 2025 harvest at Maison Saint Aix was among the earliest on record, starting on August 25th. Rain in the spring, with no frost, ensured good water reserves throughout a hot August. This heat brought ripening, and therefore harvest, forward at a rapid pace. The grapes had excellent acidity to balance the ripeness, resulting in refined, fruit-forward wines. The wine has an aromatic bouquet with notes of fresh red berries and delicate hints of white flowers. On the palate, it is vibrant and balanced, with subtle notes of grapefruit and juicy melon, complemented by a fine mineral edge that adds depth and precision. The finish is long and refreshing. Importantly this is only 12.5%abv