Producer: Couly-Detheil (you might need to select English version). The estate is in Chinon region. The Chinon region has all the qualities of the greatest soils. Its semi-oceanic climate is exceptionaly mild and benefits of long sunny periods. The variety of soils and their particular qualities allows the cabernet-franc (98% of the vineyard) to express all its fineness and its celebrated "taffetas" within a range of strong personalities

Owner: René Couly and been in the family for generations, after being established in 1921.

Wine Composition: 80% Tannat and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon

Review (From the Producer): Pale rose color. Fresh and fruity nose with subtle floral notes. Very fruited palate. Well balanced and easy to drink

Wine pairing (suggested):
Chicken and Ham, red meat, fish and salads. BBQ and Chinese dishes.

My Notes: I was not sure what to make of this (as with so many other wines that I have tried)! It looked like a rose, it had nice summery aromas of fruits and flowers and tasted just like a rose! Day 1, was almost non-descript standard rose. But day 2 was really nice, the wine showed better the next day. Will I buy this again? perhaps, but there are better roses around. 

Cost: $?/bottle