The wine has a lovely texture, with a long, attractive finish. Pale salmon in color, the red fruit aspects of the pinot noir really shine through. Produced from pinot noir, grown at over 3,000 feet in altitude, the cooler climate contributes elegance and a focused liveliness to its profile. The palate is lush, with enough acidity to support the fruit, and has a long and balanced finish. A softer salmon color in the glass, the nose is quite fragrant, with red fruit notes. ($34.99) (93) Gratien & Meyer Crémant de Loire Brut Rosé (France)Ī stunning blend of pinot noir, chardonnay, cabernet fran, and a touch of chenin blanc. Black fruit notes are subtle, hiding behind the red fruit-centric profile, and all coming together with a plethora of bubbles and chalky minerality. Showing a powerful nose and palate, this Champagne is approachable and impressive. ($24.99) (93) Chanoine Brut Cuvee Rosé NV (France) The wine is complex yet beautifully simple at the same time, with a silky texture, and finishes with a bright burst of citrus. ($29) (93) Chateau Gigery Provence Rosé 2020 (France)Ĭlassic, fresh and delicate Provence rosé with pale pink color. Subtle red fruit is a key component to both the nose and palate, which finishes in a long and balanced manner. Scharffenberger was one of the pioneers of producing sparkling wines in the region, and their expertise is well demonstrated by this elegant and supple sparkler. Mendocino County is well known for its cool climate, and potential for fashioning superb sparkling wines. ($20) (94) Scharffenberger Cellars Brut Excellence Rosé (CA) A great wine to introduce to customers looking to expand their palates, and get out of the “same old, same old” wine rut. The combination provides a fresh and energetic wine a touch lower in alcohol, with an ability to match with a wide range of cuisines. ($19.99) (94) Inazio Urruzola Txakolina Rosé (2019)įrom the heart of Basque country, this lovely salmon-tinted wine is a blend of two indigenous grapes, hondarr abi zuri and and hondarr abi beltza. A fabulous wine that needs to be in everyone’s refrigerator. A long, seductive finish caressed delicately with peaches and passion fruit. This rosé keeps the love rolling with generous notes of fresh-squeezed strawberries, nectarine and orange peel, expanding in the mouth lavishly. ($19.99) (94) Daou Rosé 2019 (CA)Ī rather youthful winery in Paso Robles that has produced world-class wines almost from day one. A splendid wine that deserves to be in an ice bucket near you. ($21.99) (94) Puech-Haut Argali Rosé 2019 (France)Ī stunning blend of grenache and cinsault fills the mouth with notes of crushed strawberries, papaya and melon, before surrendering to a long delicate finish hugged with peach essences. Ripe strawberries, red grapefruits and a hint of jasmine and spice. ($14.99) (94) Belle Glos Pinot Noir Blanc “Oeil de Perdrix” 2019 (CA)Ī treat for the palate. Extremely versatile, the wine would be a wonderful match with grilled fish or chicken, as well a wide range of cheeses and pâtés. Bright and lively in the mouth, the pale pink color is one clue to it elegance and class. ($125) (95) Herdade do Rocim Mariana Rosé 2020 (Portugal)įrom central Portugal’s heartland, and one of its most accomplished wineries, this rosé is produced from touriga nacional and aragonez. Opening a bottle, and enjoying its world-class quality and character, creates a special occasion, all by itself. Brought into the American market only once every 10 years, the wine does not need a special occasion to open. Pinot noir makes up the balance, adding weight, an elegant character and lovely red fruit aspects on the nose and palate. Produced with a little over half of the blend using chardonnay, the wine is exceptionally well focused, with a bright core. Advertisement Five Star Rosé Wines (97) Champagne Henriot Rosé Millésime 2012 (France)
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