Clos Roskam in Pomerol, by Frans and Liz: Each bottle, carefully crafted with love, offers you a luxurious and eco-friendly experience, transforming each tasting into an unforgettable moment.
You seek authenticity and tradition in every bottle, exceptional quality and taste, as well as peace of mind knowing that your wine is pure and natural.
You are also sensitive to the environmental impact and sustainability of your choices, while aspiring to exclusive products that enrich your special moments.
This is why Frans and Liz put all their love and expertise into every bottle of Clos Roskam. Our wines offer a luxurious and ecological experience, respecting both winemaking traditions and our planet.
Join us to savor an unforgettable and responsible tasting, where each bottle tells a story of passion and commitment.
Liz is American from Illinois. She came to Toulouse for a semester to study at ESA Purpan, and met Frans during her studies at Purpan and then during her internship at Chateau Cantenac, Frans' family estate in Saint Emilion. Having fallen in love with Bordeaux wines, and of course with Frans, Liz returned to live in Saint Emilion after completing her studies at the University of Illinois. Frans completed his engineering studies at Purpan before, like Liz, he returned to study for the "Diplome National d'Oenologie" at the University of Bordeaux.
After 13 years in the Médoc and three daughters, we are returning to the Right Bank of Bordeaux to focus on our new property in Pomerol, Clos Roskam. We are delighted to begin our new adventure with the first vintage in 2022!
In addition to Clos Roskam, Frans manages Chateau Cantenac with his maternal family.
Our 0.42-hectare vineyard is made up of four parcels, each with different characteristics. This patchwork of terroirs allows us to express variety and complexity. In keeping with the tradition of AOC Pomerol, the vineyard is planted mainly with Merlot.
The Clos Roskam estate is completely enclosed by a hedge, hence the name "Clos", meaning a parcel of vines enclosed by a hedge or wall. The vines and soil are carefully worked by hand by Frans & Liz, like a secret garden!
"Since its inception, the Clos Roskam vineyard has been committed to organic practices. We are proud to announce that our wines will officially receive organic certification starting with the 2023 vintage."
Like the size of our vineyard, our winery is a tiny treasure hidden away below our house. Semi-underground, the temperature of our cellar stays naturally cool, and we are as close as possible to our developing wine! We strive for the opportunity to utilize the finesse and strength that blending different wines gives. With that in mind, our small stainless steel vats allow us to separate the different areas of the vineyard during vinification. Thirty-liter glass "Dames Jeannes" jars help us to select even more precise press wines. The final blending takes place after three months of barrel aging. The wine is aged for 16 months in oak barrels before bottling.
Lively and so vibrant, so clean and clear, pure and focussed, dispelling the notion of Pomerol only creating plush and ripe wines in 2022. This is slick and sophisticated, almost light and delicate with a playful strawberry and red cherry elements, lifted acidity and linear profile. On the more bright and high acid side, with a tang to the fruit, but this will fine fans with its easy approachability.
93/100 Decanter
We are thrilled to announce that our first 2022 vintage was bottled in May and is now available. Please contact us via email at contact@roskamwines.com or through the contact form for your orders.
"Our rare and exclusive wine is lovingly produced by our family with the goal of delivering an exceptional and memorable experience in every bottle, ensuring you enjoy a truly distinctive and high-quality wine."
Production : 2800 bottles
Grape Variety: 100% Merlot
Maturation : 16 months in oak barrels, 50% of which in new oak
Don't miss out on our 2023 vintage, our 1sts Certified Organic Pomerol Wine!
Buy our 2023 Clos Roskam "En Primeurs" If you are interested, please contact us by email or through the request form below.
An online boutique will be available in the future, but in the meantime, please don't hesitate to contact us directly!
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