50% pinot noir and 50% chardonnay. Vibrant pink cherry in color with active effervescence and a perfect mousse. Delicately scented at first pure aromas of high-toned cherry are complemented with just a hint of earthy mushroom. The fresh fruit flavors swell up highlighting crunchy cranberry and cherry. Perfectly balanced with just enough fruit to create a textural statement purity and brightness emerge as the flavor concentration builds to a fruity finish. Very complete sophisticated and quite a surprise. (L852VI14)

Another in the range of pale-colored rosés from this producer, this is named after the French king Charles who was crowned by Joan of Arc. It is a structured wine, although with plenty of refreshing red fruits and light tannins from the red wine in the blend. It’s attractive, soft at the end and ready to drink.