Cazes Rolle in Stone Vermentino 2025 | Organic French White Wine

Situated between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean Sea in Rivesaltes, at the heart of Roussillon, Maison CAZES was established in 1895 by Michel Cazes. By the 1950s, the estate had expanded to 40 hectares, with the first Cazes bottles appearing in 1955.

As a historic reference for Roussillon wines, Maison Cazes has been practicing biodynamic and organic farming for the past 25 years. The estate is renowned for the quality of its sweet wines and exceptional wines from Roussillon's unique terroirs. Today, the vineyards span over 220 hectares, encompassing all of Roussillon’s diverse terroirs and producing outstanding wines each year.

The grapes are sourced from certified organic and biodynamically managed vineyards in Rivesaltes. Vines are cultivated without synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides.

Vines grow in pebble strewn (galets roulés) clay-limestone soils. The pebbles absorb heat during the day and radiate it at night, allowing the grapes to reach optimal phenolic ripeness while retaining natural acidity due to cool coastal winds.

Grapes are harvested early in the morning during cool temperatures to protect the delicate aromatics of the Rolle (Vermentino) grape from oxidation.

The grapes undergo gentle direct pressing immediately upon arrival at the winery. The juice is then settled at cold temperatures (débourbage) to clarify the must naturally prior to fermentation.

Fermentation takes place entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats (maintained between 15°C and 17°C). This low-temperature fermentation locks in bright citrus aromatics, crisp green fruit notes, and subtle floral qualities.

Malolactic fermentation is strictly prevented. Preserving 100% of the natural malic acid ensures the wine keeps its trademark spine of lively, mouthwatering acidity.

Following fermentation, the wine ages on its fine lees in stainless steel tanks for approximately 3 to 4 months. Periodic light stirring (bâtonnage) builds subtle texture, mid-palate weight, and complexity to balance the crisp acidity. The wine sees zero oak contact at any stage, ensuring the final bottling remains unoaked, crisp, and pure in its fruit and mineral expression.