The Cuvée
Pol Roger Vintage Rosé 2020 is based on a blend of our Vintage 2020 (60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay) and 18% still red Pinot Noir wine. This Pinot Noir hails from the iconic terroirs of Ambonnay, Hautvillers and Verzenay, where the Pinot Noir reaches its finest expression, and Vertus, one of the few Côte des Blancs villages still cultivating the varietal. In the early 20th century, this terroir was renowned for the quality of its still red wines, especially those made from Pinot Noir. The red wine is carefully selected during the blending process, so that the proportions can be adjusted to achieve a perfect harmony of aroma and structure. Our primary goal is to bring out the purest expression of the fruit, especially the red fruit character, in an elegant, expressive and beautifully structured rosé, true to the Pol Roger style.
Tasting Notes
The wine presents a lovely, luminous appearance, with a fine, steady stream of bubbles illuminating its elegant salmon-pink hue flecked with subtle pink and golden highlights.
The nose opens immediately, revealing a bouquet of remarkable finesse and freshness. The first aromas evoke wild strawberry and pink grapefruit, with an ethereal and particularly refined character. As the wine opens in the glass, notes of citrus marmalade emerge, underscored by delicate overtones of dried fruit, sweet spices and a subtle hint of menthol. The overall impression is one of finesse, aromatic purity and elegance.
On entry, the palate is fresh and generous, with a soft mouthfeel that is already perfectly harmonious. Initial impressions are fruit-dominated, with notes of wild strawberry and Napoleon cherry. The mid-palate gradually gains tension and precision, presenting a clean-cut structure underpinned by vibrant acidity. Flavours of rhubarb, lemon and pomelo complete the aromatic palette. At once rounded and ethereal, the palate combines balance, finesse and vibrant energy. The long, elegant finish unfolds with fruit of remarkable purity, carried by beautifully fresh acidity.
Food Pairing
The Brut Rosé is the ideal choice to accompany fish such as grilled salmon or even sushi. It also marries perfectly with fruit tarts and other fruit desserts; try pairing with a forced rhubarb fool, the sharpness of the fruit complementing the elegant structure of the wine.
POL ROGER’S APPROACH TO VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE
Since 1849, Pol Roger has produced vintage champagnes only in years that meet the exacting conditions required to create fine wines with cellaring potential. Each vintage champagne expresses the character of an exceptional year, in which the maturity of the grapes is accompanied by a remarkable balance of richness and freshness. Over time, these champagnes reveal the full complexity and depth bestowed upon them by nature.
This principle has been passed down through six generations of the House, preserving a savoir-faire that remains true to the Pol Roger style.
THE STORY OF THE VINTAGE
The winegrowing year began with a mild and particularly wet winter. Exceptionally heavy rains in February ensured that the soils were well replenished with water. From mid-March onwards, warm, dry conditions set in and persisted, resulting in very early budbreak, approximately 16 days ahead of the 10-year average. This advanced development continued for the remainder of the growing season.
The summer was hot and extremely dry. In fact, July and August were among the driest months ever recorded in the Champagne region. This pronounced water deficit naturally affected berry growth, resulting in bunches that were lighter than average.
The harvest took place from 22 August to 6 September. The musts in the vat room proved to be of excellent quality, with a fruit-dominated aromatic profile. The Pinot Noirs were perfectly ripe, while the Chardonnays, although more variable from vineyard to vineyard, showed excellent potential. The first wines confirmed a remarkable freshness.
The Cuvée
Pol Roger Vintage Rosé 2020 is based on a blend of our Vintage 2020 (60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay) and 18% still red Pinot Noir wine. This Pinot Noir hails from the iconic terroirs of Ambonnay, Hautvillers and Verzenay, where the Pinot Noir reaches its finest expression, and Vertus, one of the few Côte des Blancs villages still cultivating the varietal. In the early 20th century, this terroir was renowned for the quality of its still red wines, especially those made from Pinot Noir. The red wine is carefully selected during the blending process, so that the proportions can be adjusted to achieve a perfect harmony of aroma and structure. Our primary goal is to bring out the purest expression of the fruit, especially the red fruit character, in an elegant, expressive and beautifully structured rosé, true to the Pol Roger style.
Tasting Notes
The wine presents a lovely, luminous appearance, with a fine, steady stream of bubbles illuminating its elegant salmon-pink hue flecked with subtle pink and golden highlights.
The nose opens immediately, revealing a bouquet of remarkable finesse and freshness. The first aromas evoke wild strawberry and pink grapefruit, with an ethereal and particularly refined character. As the wine opens in the glass, notes of citrus marmalade emerge, underscored by delicate overtones of dried fruit, sweet spices and a subtle hint of menthol. The overall impression is one of finesse, aromatic purity and elegance.
On entry, the palate is fresh and generous, with a soft mouthfeel that is already perfectly harmonious. Initial impressions are fruit-dominated, with notes of wild strawberry and Napoleon cherry. The mid-palate gradually gains tension and precision, presenting a clean-cut structure underpinned by vibrant acidity. Flavours of rhubarb, lemon and pomelo complete the aromatic palette. At once rounded and ethereal, the palate combines balance, finesse and vibrant energy. The long, elegant finish unfolds with fruit of remarkable purity, carried by beautifully fresh acidity.
Food Pairing
The Brut Rosé is the ideal choice to accompany fish such as grilled salmon or even sushi. It also marries perfectly with fruit tarts and other fruit desserts; try pairing with a forced rhubarb fool, the sharpness of the fruit complementing the elegant structure of the wine.
POL ROGER’S APPROACH TO VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE
Since 1849, Pol Roger has produced vintage champagnes only in years that meet the exacting conditions required to create fine wines with cellaring potential. Each vintage champagne expresses the character of an exceptional year, in which the maturity of the grapes is accompanied by a remarkable balance of richness and freshness. Over time, these champagnes reveal the full complexity and depth bestowed upon them by nature.
This principle has been passed down through six generations of the House, preserving a savoir-faire that remains true to the Pol Roger style.
THE STORY OF THE VINTAGE
The winegrowing year began with a mild and particularly wet winter. Exceptionally heavy rains in February ensured that the soils were well replenished with water. From mid-March onwards, warm, dry conditions set in and persisted, resulting in very early budbreak, approximately 16 days ahead of the 10-year average. This advanced development continued for the remainder of the growing season.
The summer was hot and extremely dry. In fact, July and August were among the driest months ever recorded in the Champagne region. This pronounced water deficit naturally affected berry growth, resulting in bunches that were lighter than average.
The harvest took place from 22 August to 6 September. The musts in the vat room proved to be of excellent quality, with a fruit-dominated aromatic profile. The Pinot Noirs were perfectly ripe, while the Chardonnays, although more variable from vineyard to vineyard, showed excellent potential. The first wines confirmed a remarkable freshness.
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