Rosé … have you pick up of it ? ? Of course you have ! For the last few year , it seems like the gay sipper has invaded our Browning automatic rifle , our hearts , and our dreams , leave countless summer - worshipers powerless against its gravitational pull ( not that we ’re press ) . And contrary tomy usual stanceon the subject , I must concede that at the end of the day , there are few good pairings than summertime and rosé .
Personal conceding notwithstanding , I do remain firm by the fact that many bottleful can leave behind more than a mo to be want . There are , however , great rosés out there , with plenty falling in the center of that ever - significant Venn diagram of " honest " and " chinchy . " With some savvy shopping this summertime , there will be no shortfall of pink wine in your fridge , or money in your pockets . To learning ability :
2015 Bieler Pere et Fils Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence Rosé
Price:$11Classically Provençal , this is what you woolgather of when you dream of rosé . Its bright blood-red fruit is supported by lavender , herbes de Provence , and a refreshfully acidic finish . Grab a book , a hammock , and a bottle ( actually two ) , and you ’re set up .
Langhe Rosato Trediberri 2015
Price:$12If complex is the name of your game , then a rosé made from grapes that make great red wines , like nebbiolo , is always a serious bet . This structure wine-coloured from the Langhe region of Piedmont is spicy and savoury , with hints of juicy citrus fruit . Are you pick up what I ’m putting down ? This is a perfect BBQ rosé .
2015 Mirabeau Côtes de Provence Rosé
Price:$12Not all pink wines from Provence are created equal , and this gem certainly stand out from the pack . You ’re going to feel a small more fruit on this pretty lady , but in the best style . The absolutely balanced mix of juicy strawberry , cherry , and raspberry tastes how summer feel . hear and have just one .
Saveurs du Temps Costieres de Nimes Rose 2015
Price:$13Sure , rosé and Provence go together like summertime and sweat , but the nearby Rhône Valley has equally amazing option . This one is crisp , juiceless as a bone , and refreshing as hell , but do n’t worry , you ’ll still get some adorable red berries and toothsome Citrullus vulgaris flavors , lest we forget why we ’re drinking rosé in the first place .
2015 Paros Rose, Moraitis Estate
Price:$12This wine-colored can only be described as Greece in a bottle . The juicy berry nose collapse direction to a confuse explosion of acid yield and herbs , all anchored by a briny keystone , which allows it to stand up to meats , grilled veggies , and cheeses ( hello , feta ) .
2015 Île de la Beauté Rosé, Dom. Fazi
Price:$10Who ever said a light rosé could n’t pack a punch ? This one from Corsica is intensely redolent and utterly refreshing . The bumpy terrain yields a lovely minerality that give the wine plenty of character without being overcome . This is an all - day - every - mean solar day kind of rosé .
2015 Marramiero DaMa Montepulciano Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Rose
Price:$11Made from Montepulciano grapes , Cerasuolo is the perfect rosé for non - rosé drinkers . After spending a year in sword , the wine is then aged for six months in oak tree , which only overdraw the complex cranberry , licorice , and floral notes of the Montepulciano grapevine . Try it with steak salad and give thanks me afterwards .
Bourgogne Rosé Marie B 2015
Price:$15Who does n’t have intercourse pinot noir ( andcaviar ) ? Once a class , the rosés that egress from Burgundy , the true holy land of pinot noir , are elegant and lean . With balanced red berry yield and an undertone of earthiness , this pink drink is bold .
Brooklyn Winery Old Vine Grenache Dry Rosé
Price:$15Dry is the name of the biz with this rosé , which is made from Grenache vines that were planted in the forties . With restrained acidity and quiet yield , it ’s both elegant and intense , and arrant for pairing with light summer snacks , a trip to the beach , or just a trip to the backyard .
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Sara Snyder
Langhe Rosato Trediberri 2015|Sara Snyder
Saveurs du Temps Costiers du Nimes Rose 2015,|Sara Snyder
2015 Île de la Beauté Rosé, Dom. Fazi|Sara Snyder
Bourgogne Rosé Marie B 2015|Sara Snyder
