It’s a Rose’ Summer- The Perfect Warm Weather Wine Companion.
When you think of Rose’ does White Zinfandel usually come to mind?
Today’s Rose’ wines are not your mother’s White Zinfandel. Some of your favorite grapes go in to making these extremely interesting and versatile Rose’ wines. It’s made with such grapes as Pinot Noir, Mourvedre, Tempranillo, Grenache and Syrah to name a few. Rose’s range in color from pale salmon, to bright pink, to translucent berry. Rose’s many enticing flavors and aromas range from strawberry, melon, apricot and raisin to herbs such as basil, anise and mint.
Rose’s have long been popular in Europe known for its ease of drinking and casual feel. What better way to say summer than with a glass of Rose’ wine? An ideal patio sipping wine, Rose’s are also very food friendly and complement many types and styles of food. Rose’ pairs well with salad, seafood, pork, salmon, tuna, sushi and even some meats. It’s also an ideal match to spicy, Latin and Asian foods. So go ahead drink pink!
Rita’s Rose’ Picks
Chateau de Fesles Rose’, Anjou France $19.00
Eye: Salmon Pink
Bouquet: Summer Strawberries with just a touch of herbs.
Palate: Dry with bright fruit. Rich berry flavors, mint and a trace of Anise.
Domaine de Fontsante’ Rose’, France $16.00
Eye: Crimson
Bouquet: Cherry, strawberry with aromas of tropical fruits such as pineapple and mango
Palate: Dry and refreshingly tart with orange citrus and spiced berry finish.
Chandon Sparkling Rose’, Carneros, CA. $26.00
Eye: Sunset Pink
Bouquet: Aromatic and bold with fresh summer fruits, like strawberry and watermelon
Palate: Smooth with just a touch of yeast. Bright bold fruit; rhubarb, berries, pear, crisp apple and stone fruits such as peach and apricot.
To find out more about these wines and how to host your own private wine tasting, contact our wine contributor Rita Blackwell rita@wineexpresstastings.com.
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