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Wines of the Week: Rockin' Rosés

This week, since we're all still surviving the heat of summer, here are some rockin' rosé wines that are sure to please your palate and wallet, alike. So cheers, cool off, and enjoy rosé all day while you still can! Cheers and enjoy!

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Domaine La Fond 2017 Roc-Epine
Winery: Domaine La Fond
Grape(s):
Grenache, Cinsault, & Syrah
Region: Provence, France
Year: 2017

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
Waves of cherries, strawberries, and cranberries integrate among elements of minerals and spice on the nose. The palate reveals flavors of red cherry, ripe strawberry, and cranberry that meld with suggestions of minerals and all-spice. A lovely acidity and bold flavors make this an ideal wine for food. Grilled chicken with lemon zest will match up well.
Rating: 90

Bonny Doon 2017 "Vin Gris De Cigare" Rose
Winery: Bonny Doon
Grape(s):
C8% Grenache,18% Grenache Blanc, 9% Mourvedre, 6% Roussanne, 5% Carignane, & 5% Cinsaut
Region: Central Coast, California

Year:
2017

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
A bouquet of red berries, watermelons, minerals, and citrus zest rises up from a glass. Notes of strawberry and watermelon come together among elements of minerals and spring flowers on the palate. A nice acidity frames the wine well, making it ideal to serve with a shrimp stir fry.
Rating: 89

Gerard Bertrand 2017 Cote des Roses
Winery: Gerard Bertrand
Grape(s):
Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault
Region: South of France

Year: 2017

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

Review:
One is greeted by strawberry, raspberry, and floral aromas on the nose. The palate takes shape as strawberries and raspberries mingle among hints of rose petal and citrus zest. Delicate but crisp and clean, fans of a lighter-style Rose should give this a try.
Rating: 90

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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