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Wines of the Week: French Rosés for Mom

With Mother's Day coming up, one could always buy mom the tried and true red roses, but we'd bet that a lot of moms out there would prefer the kind they can drink. So here are some Rosés that are all tasty, not too pricey, and great for Sunday bunch.

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D66 "Fragile" 2016 Rose
Winery: D66
Grape(s):
Grenache.
Region: Southern France
Year: 2016

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
10-15

Review:
A mix of pomegranate, strawberry, citrus peal, and herb aromas rise up from a glass. Lively flavors of pomegranates, blood orange, and strawberries interweave among elements of minerals, rose petal, and citrus zest. With a fresh acidity and robust character for a Rose, fans of Provence may not love it, but those who enjoy a hearty style will find a lot to like.
Rating: 90

M. Chapoutier 2017 Cotes Du Rhone Rose
Winery: M. Chapoutier
Grape(s):
75% Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah
Region: Rhone Valley, France

Year:
2017

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
10-15

Review:
Notes of raspberries, pomegranates, and peaches weave together among whispers of sea salt and herbs on the nose. With a sip, flavors of pomegranate, bing cherry, and nectarine move into hints of salty stone and herbs. Fresh, crisp and a little heartier than its cousins from Provence, this rose will match well with food. Pair with a hearty omelette at your Mother's Day brunch.
Rating: 89

Bieler Pere & Fils 2018 Rose
Winery: Bieler Pere & Fils
Grape(s):
48% Grenache, 19% Syrah, 15% Cinsault, 12% Cabernet, & 6% Rolle
Region: Provence, France

Year: 2018

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
5-10

Review:
A bouquet of strawberry, peach, white blossoms, and herbs greets the senses. A sip reveals flavors of peaches and red berries that combine with whispers of herbs and spring flowers on the palate. Fairly crisp with a bright character, it's a great value to sip with mom at brunch or before dinner.
Rating: 89

By Jason Barlow

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Ratings Key:
96 — 100
Spectacular
92 — 95
Outstanding
89 — 91
Great
85 — 88
Good
81 — 84
Solid

*Wines rated with a "+" need a bit more time to reach peak quality
but will do so over the coming years

 

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