Côtes-du-Rhône: 5 reasons why rosé wine is so successful

Rosé wine, refreshing, light and convivial. The ideal ally to accompany moments with family or friends, enjoying a sunny terrace, or a beautiful day of vacation. It has conquered the hearts of all, the uninitiated, as well as wine lovers from all over the world.

Here are five reasons why this rosé wine is so popular:

1. A Diverse Terroir

The French wine regions, and in particular the Rhone Valley, offer a diversity of soils and climates conducive to the production of complex and aromatic rosé wines. From north to south, the variations in terroir allow for a unique expression of the grape varieties, giving rise to rosé wines with their own, recognizable identity.

Our estate is located in the Gard, in Saint Alexandre. Its sunny location and the richness of its soil allow us to produce a fruity, light and sun-drenched rosé wine!

2. High quality grape varieties

Côtes du Rhône rosés benefit from grape varieties such as Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault, which are carefully blended to create balanced, fruity and fresh wines. These grape varieties each bring their own distinctive touch, contributing to the aromatic richness of the wines.

3. A specific appellation, of which the Rhone Valley is a pioneer

"Tavel" is the first appellation dedicated to rosé, through this specificity, a guarantee of the high quality of our terroir, the Rhône Valley has established itself as a reference in terms of rosé wines.

This historic appellation has established a quality standard that inspires and influences the production of Côtes du Rhône rosés.

4. A Style Adapted to the Table

Côtes du Rhône rosés are renowned for their ability to accompany a wide variety of dishes. Their structure and aromatic palette make them perfect for meals, able to pair with both light and spicy dishes. It is also one of the most consumed drinks during the summer, during convivial moments shared between friends and family.

5. Excellent value for money

The demand for rosé wines continues to grow, and Côtes du Rhône rosés are a perfect fit for this trend. They offer excellent value for money, making them accessible to a wide audience eager to discover or rediscover the pleasure of a good rosé wine.

To summarize,

Côtes du Rhône rosé wine is the fruit of a rich terroir, quality grape varieties, a strong wine-growing tradition, a gastronomic style and growing popularity due to its excellent quality/price ratio.

These combined elements explain why this wine has carved out a place of choice for itself on the international scene.

Terra 6840 has a particular desire to make its Côtes-du-Rhône rosé AOC known to a wide audience of French and international wine lovers. It prioritizes the quality of the wine produced over quantity, while offering a fair and accessible quality/price ratio.

Do not hesitate to discover our production of annual Rosé in limited quantity: Elle Aime 2023.