Minuty : M "Léa Amati" 2021

An elegant Limited Edition Provence rosé wine with an alluring aromatic richness

The estate

Built during the reign of Napoleon III, Château Minuty was acquired in 1936 by Gabriel Farnet who sought to bring the estate back to its former glory. Thus, in 1955, the estate joined the small circle of 23 Classified Growths among fine Côtes de Provence wines. The estate then happened upon Monique and Etienne Matton who, thanks to their dedicated work, greatly contributed to establishing the reputation of Château Minuty on the finest tables in the French Riviera. Today, the brothers, Jean-Etienne and François Matton, have taken over the running of this estate with great dignity, all while injecting a modern spirit.

The vineyard

Producing fine Côtes de Provence wines, Château Minuty's 160 hectares of vines cover the Saint-Tropez peninsula. On the Gassin and Ramatuelle hillsides, the vineyard enjoys a Mediterranean climate. The sea breezes stemming from the coast enable the grapes to preserve their healthy condition throughout the year. Varying between schist and limestone soils, the different grape varieties grow in an environment that best suits their needs. The vines are cultivated using sustainable viticulture practices and are nursed in a well-preserved environment with a rich ecosystem. To ensure an optimal and consistent quality, a massal selection is carried out from a collection of Grenache grapes that are 30 years old on average.

The wine

Over the past four years, Minuty's Limited Edition M has been the pure expression of this Provencal estate's love for all art-forms. The 2021 vintage celebrates the beauty of the Saint-Tropez coastline. This collaboration with the artist Léa Amati invites us on an artistic journey that enhances the French Riviera's day-long beauty through an array of colours, atmospheres and nuances.

Vinification and ageing

Following the manual harvest, the grapes are pressed directly. Settling and fermentation at low temperature.

The blend

Grenache

Syrah

Cinsault

Minuty’s 2021 M "Léa Amati": Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Colour

The colour is brilliant.

Nose

Expressive, the nose mixes fragrances of orange peel and redcurrant.

Palate

This wine reveals a smooth structure on the palate, sustained by a beautiful freshness.

Food and wine pairing

Minuty's 2021 M "Léa Amati" rosé will complement French vegetable soup with pistou, raw vegetables, grilled meat, prawn kebabs and apricot pie.