"Direct-pressed and barrel-aged, Yannick Amirault's 2022 Rosé d'Equinoxe (all Cabernet Franc) exudes a fresh, lively bouquet of flowers, peach, citrus, star anise, red fruits and spices, followed by a taut, energetic palate that's juicy and fresh, and a delicate, long, penetrating finish. The acidity, which underpins it all, is vibrant and racy." (Wine Advocate 2023)
Features
Estate
Domaine Yannick Amirault
Cuvée
Rosé d'Equinoxe
Vintage
2022
Designation
Bourgueil
Region
Loire
Grape varieties
100% Cabernet Franc
Terroirs
More generally on the sands of La Coudraye and the southern part of Grand Clos
Viticulture
Certified organic
Harvest
Manual in crates
Winemaking
Double sorting of grapes before a long direct pressing without de-stemming, overnight settling then barrel ageing, natural alcoholic fermentation.
Breeding
6 to 12 months in new barrels, without racking
Alcohol content
13.5%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Very light pink-orange color
Nose
Slightly buttery and biscuity, with aromas of acacia, white fruit and hints of blood orange.
Mouth
Creamy, with the natural acidity of Cabernet, greedy and exuberant in its youth, capable of refining over the years, taking on amber nuances.
Serve
AT 10°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with scallop skewers, seafood risotto, spicy dishes, cheeses such as Tommes de Savoie or Morbier...
Domain Yannick Amirault
Bourgueil
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domain rated (2025 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production, a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
Yannick and Benoît Amirault are perfectionist winegrowers who have naturally converted to organic methods. 19 hectares of Cabernet Franc, two-thirds in Bourgueil, the rest in Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, each with a good heritage of old vines.
Guide Hachette des vins
Domain rated (guide 2025) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
Active in Saint-Nicolas and Bourgueil, Yannick Amirault is one of the established names in these two appellations. His son Benoît now cultivates the estate's 19 hectares of organic vines.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (guide 2023) 91/100 (Wonderful wine)
Domain rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Direct-pressed and barrel-aged, Yannick Amirault's 2022 Rosé d'Equinoxe (Cabernet Franc only) exudes a fresh, lively bouquet of flowers, peach, citrus, star anise, red berries and spices, followed by a taut, energetic palate that's juicy and fresh, and a delicate, long, penetrating finish. The underlying acidity is vibrant and racy.
About the domain :
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated 90/ 100
Domaine rated (2025 guide) 2*Stars (These great estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, because of their consistency and the excellence of their production, must be included in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the domain :
Benoît joined the family domaine in Bourgueil in 2003 to continue the family adventure initiated by his father Yannick in 1997. The vineyards are divided between Bourgueil (two-thirds) and the neighboring Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil appellation. You can sense the winemakers' perfectionism and their desire to restore the expression of terroirs through very silky, civilized Cabernet Francs that still retain their bright fruit. The estate has been certified organic since 2009, and each year the wines gain in purity thanks to increasingly accurate vinification (truncated wooden vats, stoneware barrels and jars). The 2022 and 2023 delight us with their frank, clean expression and finesse.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2023 guide) 90/100
About the wine:
Pears, quince jelly, crushed raspberries and some fresh herbs. Medium-bodied, with a round texture and profile on the palate. Supple and suave, with a pleasant finish. Made from organically grown grapes. Drink now.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4.6/5
on 9 reviews
Note and review by M. GILLES D. Published on 14/04/2024
A surprising discovery, this rosé goes against the current of rosés. While retaining plenty of freshness, the palate remains well-balanced, with a slightly vinous density and seductive roundness. The touch is satiny, slightly buttery, with aromas of tart English candy, enveloped by delicate floral notes. The finish is elegant, with a mineral intensity. This gastronomic rosé par excellence is racy and hedonistic. Best served with refined dishes, such as roasted scallops with fresh green asparagus cream. Score = 4.1.
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Note and review by M. SYLVAIN B. Published on 16/11/2023
A tasting rosé! Low acidity, finesse.
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Note and review by M. LAURENT C. Published on 12/08/2024
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Note and review by M. AURELIEN C. Published on 02/07/2024
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Note and review by M. MATHIEU D. Published on 16/06/2024
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Note and review by M. JEAN LUC L. Published on 08/04/2024
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Note and review by M. SARA M. Published on 31/01/2024
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Note and review by M. FLORIAN C. Published on 23/09/2023
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