Our Winemaking — How Maison Cala Rosé Is Made
From night-harvested Grenache to four months on fine lees: the published steps behind our French rosé.
Winemaking
Crafted in Southern France
Maison Cala Rosé is made in Pezens, near Carcassonne, in partnership with Domaine de la Périnade. To learn about the soils and climate behind the grapes, see our terroir.
This page sets out how the wine is made, following the production description published on our product page. The approved 2024 technical sheet will be the final reference.
From grape to bottle
The Seven Stages of Maison Cala Rosé
01
Night harvest
The Grenache grapes are harvested at night.
02
Direct pressing
The grapes are pressed directly without maceration to preserve the subtlety of the Grenache.
03
Juice selection
The juices are selected before fermentation.
04
Controlled fermentation
Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks at 15°C.
05
Four months on fine lees
The wine is aged for four months on fine lees, giving the palate beautiful roundness and smoothness.
06
Light filtration
The wine is bottled after light filtration.
07
Bottling
The published product information states the wine is produced and bottled at Château de la Périnade, Pezens, France. A reasoned approach to sulphur is used.
According to the published production description for Maison Cala Rosé 2024.
The grape
Why Grenache for Rosé?
Grenache is one of the classic grapes of Southern French rosé. It ripens well in warm, dry summers, and its light colour and red-fruit character suit pale, fresh rosé.
Read more in our guide to Grenache rosé, or see how rosé wine is made in general.
Colour
How Does Rosé Get Its Colour?
The colour of rosé comes from the grape skins. The longer the juice stays in contact with them, the deeper the colour.
Direct pressing
The grapes are pressed soon after picking, so contact with the skins is brief. This method generally gives a pale, delicate rosé, and it is the method used for Maison Cala Rosé.
Short maceration
Some rosés leave the juice with the skins for a few hours before pressing, which usually gives more colour. This is a general method, not the one used for Maison Cala Rosé.
Fermentation
Understanding Rosé Fermentation
During alcoholic fermentation, yeasts turn the grape sugars into alcohol. For rosé, many winemakers ferment at cool temperatures to help keep the fruit aromas.
Maison Cala Rosé 2024: temperature-controlled fermentation at 15°C, according to the published production description.
Ageing
What Does Ageing on Fine Lees Mean?
Fine lees are small particles, including yeast-derived material, left after fermentation and settling. Keeping the wine in contact with them for a time can affect its texture.
Ageing time varies from wine to wine, and lees ageing does not in itself mean oak barrels. The published information for Maison Cala does not mention oak.
Maison Cala Rosé 2024: four months on fine lees, according to the published production description.
Oenology
The Technical Expertise Behind Maison Cala Rosé
Claude Serra — Oenologist. He is named as oenologist in the Maison Cala product information.
His exact role is awaiting confirmation from the producer.
Our partner
Domaine de la Périnade — Winemaking Near Carcassonne
Maison Cala Rosé is made in partnership with Domaine de la Périnade, a family estate in Pezens. Maison Cala does not own the estate.
Read about the estate's history on the Maison page and about its land on the terroir page.
The wine
Discover Maison Cala Rosé 2024
A pale, luminous French Grenache rosé, 75 cl.
39 € per 75 cl bottle
Technical information
Maison Cala Rosé — Technical Information
- Grape
- Grenache
- Vintage
- 2024
- Origin
- Pezens, Southern France
- Soil
- Sandy soil
- Climate
- Tempered Mediterranean with strong oceanic influences
- Harvest
- Night harvest
- Maceration
- None
- Fermentation
- Temperature-controlled at 15°C
- Ageing
- 4 months on fine lees
- Filtration
- Light filtration
- Serving
- 12–14°C
- Drinking window
- Best enjoyed within the first three years
- Oenologist
- Claude Serra
- Produced & bottled at
- Château de la Périnade, Pezens, France
These details come from the published product information. The approved 2024 technical sheet is not yet available for download.
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Vineyard Management and Production Standards
Domaine de la Périnade obtained HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification in 2022. This certification belongs to the estate. Maison Cala as a brand does not claim its own certification. What HVE certification means.
Read more about the vineyard on our terroir page.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Maison Cala Winemaking
How is Maison Cala Rosé made?
According to the published production description: Grenache harvested at night, pressed directly without maceration, juice selection, fermentation at 15°C, four months on fine lees, light filtration and bottling.
What grape is used?
Grenache is the grape at the heart of Maison Cala Rosé.
Where is Maison Cala Rosé produced?
In Pezens, near Carcassonne, in Southern France, in partnership with Domaine de la Périnade.
Are the grapes harvested at night?
Yes, the published process states the Grenache is harvested at night, when the grapes are cooler.
What is direct pressing?
The grapes are pressed soon after picking, so the juice spends very little time in contact with the skins. This generally gives a paler rosé.
Does Maison Cala Rosé undergo maceration?
No. The published process describes direct pressing without maceration.
What happens during alcoholic fermentation?
Yeasts turn the natural sugars in the grape juice into alcohol, releasing carbon dioxide and aromas.
At what temperature is Maison Cala Rosé fermented?
The published process states temperature-controlled fermentation at 15°C.
How long is Maison Cala Rosé aged?
Four months on fine lees, according to the published production description.
What are fine lees?
Fine lees are small particles, including yeast-derived material, that remain after fermentation and settling.
Is Maison Cala Rosé aged in oak?
The published information specifies fine-lees ageing but does not mention oak. Lees ageing does not in itself mean oak barrels.
Is Maison Cala Rosé filtered?
The published process includes light filtration before bottling.
Who is the oenologist?
The product information names Claude Serra as oenologist. His exact role is awaiting confirmation from the producer.
Is Maison Cala a Provence wine?
No. Maison Cala Rosé is produced near Carcassonne in Southern France, not in Provence.
Is Domaine de la Périnade owned by Maison Cala?
No. Domaine de la Périnade is a family estate and Maison Cala's winemaking partner. Maison Cala does not own it.
Can I download a technical sheet?
The approved 2024 technical sheet is not yet available for download. Professionals can request it through our trade enquiry page.
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