Domaine du Pas de l'Escalette - Languedoc Ze Rozé 2023

Bettane & Desseauve

About the estate:

Julien Zernott and Delphine Rousseau acquired this vineyard in 2002; it is situated on terraces surrounded by dry-stone walls. Perched at an altitude of 350 meters across some twenty hectares at the foot of the Larzac Plateau, the vineyards are cultivated organically, bathed in a cool, windy microclimate, and benefit from the terroir of limestone scree from the Causse and the area’s rich biodiversity. The common thread here is freshness, made possible by the vineyard’s altitude; it is evident in every wine, without exception, making this an exceptional estate among the Larzac terraces that strikes the perfect balance between freshness and structure. This estate is a sure bet and a must-visit; we have no regrets about the third star recently awarded, and we see constant improvements even in the entry-level wines.

Guide des Vins Gault & Millau

About the estate:

The Domaine du Pas de l’Escalette has 20 hectares of biodynamic vineyards, planted on terraces bordered by dry-stone walls known as “clapas.” It is perched at an elevation of 350 meters in the foothills of the Larzac. Julien Zernott and Delphine Rousseau settled there in 2003. Drawing on the rich biodiversity of the surrounding area and using only organic products, they manage the vineyard using methods that respect nature.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the wine:

Ze Rosé is rich and full-bodied, with notes of fresh pomegranate and grapefruit.

About the estate:

Located northwest of the Terrasses du Larzac, in the beautiful region of Pégairolles de l'Escale and Lauroux, this 20-hectare estate is owned by Julien and Delphine Zernott, who have been based here since 2003. The vineyard consists of about fifty terraces on limestone scree, with a high proportion of very old vines. This terroir is in good hands with this talented and determined couple. While the whites continue to demonstrate their great elegance, the entire range of reds presented this year is of the highest caliber—graceful, with exemplary management of texture and aging.