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Arnauds Caprices d'Anais Bordeaux Rose
Vignobles Lassagne
France - Bordeaux - Bordeaux   

This cuvee was created in 2005 to honor Nicolas's first daughter Anais. Caprice d'Anais means "Anais' Whim".

Pale pink with salmon hues. The aromatic nose is dominated with floral and fruity notes. The flavors are similar, making this fresh and zesty wine quite quaffable.

Specifications
Appellation
Bordeaux
Wine Type
Rosé
Varietal(s)
50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Age of vines
30 years
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Vinification
Thermoregulated and computerized stainless steel tanks are used. Skin contact maceration for a minimum of one hour, 12 hours max. Cold stabilization; bottling occurs three months after harvest. Slight filtration to remove sediment; no oak.
Pairings

Great on its own during summer time, it will also pair very well with grilled salmon, salads, roasted chicken or any white meat dish.

Reviews and News

2021 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 88 PTS - VINOUS

2021 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 88 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"Pale, onion skin color. Fresh citrus fruits and red berries on the nose and palate. Brisk and tightly wound, with a gripping, taut finish that features suggestions of redcurrant and orange pith. - Josh Raynolds"

- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (July 2022), 88 pts

2020 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

2020 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

i winereview logo"Clear copper orange. Showing a savory nose of citrus and herbs, this is an unusual and fun rosé. Fresh tangerine is revealed on the dry and long lasting, fruity palate. An excellent aperitif wine, either by itself or on the rocks with a slice of orange and a sprig of mint. A 50/50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from 30 year old vines; fermented and aged in stainless steel. - Don WINKLER"

- i-winereview.com (Rosés From Around the World: 2021 Annual Report), 89 pts

2020 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 87 PTS - WE

2020 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 87 PTS - WE

wine enthusiast

 "The estate in Lussac Saint-Emilion has produced a perfumed, 100% Cabernet Franc rosé. It is rich and dense, with juicy red fruits laced with orange-zest flavors. The weight of the ripe fruit is just balanced by acidity at the end. Drink now. - ROGER VOSS"

- Wine Enthusiast (May 2021), 87 pts

2019 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

2019 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

i winereview logo"Oeil de la perdrix color. This is one of the more perfumed rosés tasted this year. It reveals fine floral fragrances accented by red berry and fennel and is softly textured with medium acidity and clean flavors of strawberry, rosewater and a hint of citrus, Lovely, easy drinking. A 50/50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from 30 year old vines, direct press. - Don WINKLER"

- i-winereview.com (2019 Vintage Rosés from Around the World, June 2020), 89 pts

2019 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 87 PTS - WE

2019 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 87 PTS - WE

wine enthusiast"This blend of equal parts Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon is perfumed and lightly structured. Freshness is balanced by rich strawberry flavors and acidity. Drink now."

- Wine Enthusiast (July 2020), 87 pts

2019 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 87 PTS - JD

2019 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 87 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"A solid effort, the 2019 Les Caprices d’Anais Bordeaux Rose has attractive tart strawberry and white peach fruits to go with a kiss of sappy flowers, medium body, bright, almost racy acidity, and a clean, crisp finish. It’s a well-made, delicious rosé to enjoy over the coming summer months."

- Jeb Dunnuck (March 2020), 87 pts

2018 Chateau des Arnauds Caprice D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

2018 Chateau des Arnauds Caprice D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

i winereview logo"A lovely pink salmon-colored rose offering aromas of red berries and stone fruit with hints of flowers. It is ripe and spicy in the mouth with good density of flavor and acidity. A blend of 50/50 Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from 30+ year old vines. - Don Winkler"
- i-winereview.com (The Many Styles of French Rosé: The 2018 Vintage, June 23rd 2019), 89 pts

2017 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 88 PTS - JD

2017 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 88 PTS - JD

jeb dunnuck logo 250"A solid rosé from this family estate, the 2017 Arnauds Caprices d'Anais Bordeaux Rosé comes from equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon and has an almost Provençal feel in its orange color, notes of white peach and cherry, medium body, and lively yet textured mouthfeel. It’s a good value and ideal for summer drinking."
- Jeb Dunnuck (March 27th 2019), 88 pts

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2017 Chateau des Arnauds Caprice D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

2017 Chateau des Arnauds Caprice D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

iwinereview"Medium pink salmon. Reticent nose of minerals, flowers, and a hint of red berries. Savory, serious, and spicy in the mouth with minerals and red currants showing. A 50/50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from 30+ year old vines. This is a serious, food wine with a good backbone."

- i-winereview.com (The World of Rose Report, June 2018), 89 pts

2016 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 88 PTS - VINOUS

2016 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 88 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"Light vivid pink. Aromas of nectarine and strawberry are complemented by a subtle tangerine nuance. Fleshy and seamless on the palate, offering warm red berry and citrus fruit flavors and a bitter suggestion of peach pit. Clings nicely on the finish, which features succulent herbs and floral notes.- Josh Raynolds"

- Vinous (June 2017), "2017 Rosé Roundup: More Wines than Ever" - 88 pts

 

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2015 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

2015 Chateau des Arnauds Caprices D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

iwinereview"Light orange-tinged pink. Lightly fragrant of flowers and red berries. Very dry on the palate with light citrus and berry flavors. A very refreshing and delicious wine for those who like their rosé dry yet flavorful. A 50/50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from 30+ year old vines."

- i-winereview.com (July 2016), 89 pts

 

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2015 Chateau des Arnauds Caprice D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 87 PTS - WA

2015 Chateau des Arnauds Caprice D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 87 PTS - WA

wa300"The light pink colored 2015 Caprices d'Anais Rose is solid, with lots of underbrush and spice nuances in its sweet red fruit and floral-driven personality. Clean, lively and crisp on the palate, it's a delicious quaffer to enjoy over the coming summer. - Jeb Dunnuck"

- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (May 2016), 87 pts

 

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2014 Chateau des Arnauds Caprice D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

2014 Chateau des Arnauds Caprice D'Anais Bordeaux Rosé - 89 PTS - IWR

iwinereview"The Caprices l'Anais is a fragrant wine offering strawberry and cherry freshness and flavor on the palate. It is soft on the attack with a lovely mouth feel good acidity and a crisp finish. - Don Winkler"

- International Wine Review (May 4th 2015), 89 pts

Producer Information: Vignobles Lassagne

Vignobles Lassagne is owned by Nicolas Lassagne and his wife Sabrina. It encompasses three properties, beginning with Chateau des Arnauds, which was founded 1952 by Paul Lassagne, Nicolas' grandfather. He ...
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