Le Chateau du Rouet
2025
Villa Estérelle Côtes de Provence, Château du Rouët
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Le Chateau du Rouët has been crafting wines in Provence since 1945, now under the stewardship of brothers Martin and Matthieu Savatier, fifth-generation owners of this 85-hectare estate. What sets Château du Rouët apart is its distinctive volcanic terroir: vines planted 560 metres high in the Estérel foothills on red volcanic rock, cooled by Mistral winds that preserve aromatic freshness. The estate practises sustainable viticulture using organic fertilisers, meaning you're buying wines that respect both land and flavour.
About Le Chateau du Rouet
In 1927, vines were planted as a firebreak to protect the woodland—an accidental origin story that led to the estate's first bottled wine in 1945, after wartime austerity. Today, Martin manages the south-facing vineyards while Matthieu directs winemaking, bringing five generations of family knowledge to every vintage.
The estate's 85 hectares sit on distinctive red volcanic rock at elevation, benefiting from warm days tempered by cooling sea breezes and the Mistral wind. This climate moderates ripeness and adds elegance—the hallmark of Provence at its best. Château du Rouët applies 'la lutte raisonnée' (sustainable viticulture), working the soil with organic fertilisers rather than chemicals. This philosophy underpins all their wines, from the signature Villa Estérelle rosé to their full range of Côtes de Provence expressions.
The Villa Estérelle rosé exemplifies their approach: a blend of Grenache, Tibouren and Cinsault harvested at night to preserve delicate aromas. Cold maceration at 8–12°C for six hours enhances fragrance without deepening colour, yielding a pale pink wine with strawberry, raspberry, wild thyme and rosemary notes. This technique reflects Matthieu's precision and the estate's commitment to expressing terroir rather than winemaker ego.
Le Chateau du Rouet Wines in Our Collection
The house flagship, released in 2025, is Villa Estérelle from the Côtes de Provence appellation (87 points): a crisp, dry rosé built on Grenache, Tibouren and Cinsault, scoring 87 for its aromatic finesse and mineral grip. This is the wine to reach for on summer evenings or as an aperitif—pale, elegant, and marked by the volcanic minerality of the Estérel foothills. The night harvest and cold-maceration technique ensure you taste fresh fruit and thyme rather than jammy sweetness. For those seeking depth, Château du Rouët's red offerings follow the same sustainable principles, planted on the same volcanic soil and cooled by the same Mistral winds that define Provence's best sites. Whether rosé or red, you're buying into a single philosophy: cool-climate elegance from volcanic earth, managed responsibly.
Food Pairing
Villa Estérelle rosé pairs naturally with Mediterranean cuisine: grilled fish, lamb with herbs, ratatouille, and goat's cheese salads. The wine's raspberry and thyme notes echo Provençal ingredients. Serve chilled at summer meals, outdoor gatherings, or with seafood platters. Its crispness cuts through richness without overwhelming delicate flavours—ideal for warm-weather entertaining where refinement matters.
What makes Château du Rouët's terroir distinctive?
Vines grow on red volcanic rock at 560 metres in the Estérel foothills. South-facing slopes catch warm sun; Mistral and sea breezes cool the fruit, preserving aromatic freshness and elegance.
How long has the Savatier family owned this estate?
Since 1840. Martin and Matthieu are the fifth generation, taking over from their ancestors. Vines were planted in 1927; the first bottled wine appeared in 1945.
What sustainable practices does Château du Rouët follow?
They practise 'la lutte raisonnée' (sustainable viticulture), working soil with organic fertilisers rather than chemicals. Night harvesting and cold maceration preserve aromas without additives.
Who makes Le Chateau du Rouët wines?
Brothers Martin and Matthieu Savatier, fifth-generation owners of the 85-hectare estate in Provence. The family has crafted wines since 1945, with Martin managing vineyards and Matthieu directing winemaking.
What style of wine does Le Chateau du Rouët make?
Provence rosés and reds built on Grenache, Tibouren and Cinsault from volcanic terroir. Villa Estérelle is crisp and dry (87 points), marked by strawberry, raspberry, thyme and mineral grip—pale, elegant, and harvest-fresh.
How much does Le Chateau du Rouët wine cost?
Villa Estérelle Côtes de Provence rosé is £17.10. We currently stock this single expression; contact us for other releases from the estate.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.