Tavel is the only appellation in France entirely made up of rosé--no whites or reds are allowed. In other appellations where rosé is made, it is often regarded as an afterthought— most of the grapes are frequently sourced from lesser parcels, as the lighter maceration of the grapes is seen as “wasting” precious juice. In Tavel, even the best parcels contribute to the blend, which in this case is Grenache, Cinsault, Clairette, Mourvedre and Syrah. The Demoulin family has been farming the stony vineyards of the Chateau for four generations.