Cote du Rhone Taparas Rosè 2024 Les Vignerons d’Estezargues

Taparas Rosé 2024

A rosé that reveals the soul of Estézargues

Taparas Rosé 2024 comes from Cinsault and Grenache Noir vines with an average age of 25 years, rooted in stony and clay soils that naturally limit yields to 40–45 hl/ha. The name Taparas comes from a local dialect word for a compact sedimentary rock, formed by pebbles embedded in natural cement—an element typical of the Estézargues terroir. This rosé is never standardised but reflects each vintage’s true expression, embodying the generosity of the Southern Rhône.

Vineyard philosophy and cellar approach

The vineyards are farmed with respect for biodiversity, without aggressive chemical treatments. In the cellar, Taparas Rosé is crafted by direct pressing, followed by a spontaneous fermentation at low temperature (18°C) for 3–4 weeks. The malolactic fermentation is never inhibited, so the wine can fully develop its own character. Depending on the vintage and grape mix, the colour ranges from light orange or salmon to raspberry pink. On the nose, it reveals delicate notes of tangy red fruits and sweet spices, on the palate, it’s full-bodied and lively, with a fresh finish combining candied red fruits and orange zest.

Technical sheet

• Appellation: Côtes du Rhône AOC Rosé

• Vintage: 2024

• Grapes: Cinsault, Grenache Noir

• Soil: pebbles and clay

• Average vine age: 25 years

• Yield: 40–45 hl/ha

• Vinification: direct pressing, spontaneous fermentation, malolactic allowed

• Fermentation temperature: 18°C

• ABV: about 12.5%

• Ageing potential: best young, within 2 years

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Vignerons d’Estézargues

An independent collective in the heart of the Rhône

Vignerons d’Estézargues is one of the most free-spirited and innovative cooperatives in the Rhône Valley. Founded in the late 1960s in the small village of Estézargues, near Avignon, this group of independent winegrowers has always stood out for producing wines that respect the unique identity of each grower and plot. Today, the winery brings together about ten families, all united by one core idea: enhancing the terroir, local history, and authenticity without industrial shortcuts. Far from mass production, Vignerons d’Estézargues has become a model for natural, honest winemaking, offering wines with a clear sense of place and character.

Vineyard philosophy: clean farming and zero compromise

Among the sunny hills of the Gard, the vineyards of Estézargues are managed with deep respect for nature and soil life. The vines grow on clay, limestone, and pebble soils that add structure and minerality to the wines. No synthetic pesticides or herbicides are used; biodiversity is encouraged and soil vitality preserved through sustainable farming. Pruning is meticulous, yields are kept low, and harvesting is done by hand to select only healthy, fully ripe grapes. This minimal-intervention philosophy ensures concentrated fruit full of the Rhône’s authentic personality.

In the cellar: natural vinification and single-plot cuvées

In the cellar, the approach mirrors the same respect for authenticity. Each grower’s plots are vinified separately to preserve the individuality of every cuvée. Fermentation is spontaneous with native yeasts, with no added enzymes or chemical aids. The Vignerons believe in guiding the grapes, not correcting them: sulphur use is minimal and often absent, while the wines are bottled unfiltered and unfined. The result is honest, vibrant bottles with a rustic charm that proudly tell the story of a community of independent winegrowers staying true to their roots.