Wines
17 Items Found
- Riebeek Cellars Rose 2012 Product #27010 (In Stock)
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While red versions of Pinotage – South Africa’s distinctive crossing of Pinot Noir and Cinsault – are a bit funky and, for most, an acquired taste, you won’t have to work very hard to fall in love with this dry Pink version. Riebeek has been growing grapes and making wine in South Africa’s Swartland region since 1941, making them an old-timer in a region that’s exploded with wineries in recent years. The weather and soils in this part of the Western Cape are Mediteranian, very similar to Provence and Bandol in France. Not surprisingly, olives thrive here along, of course, with wine grapes.
The 2012 Cape Pinotage Rosé is picked right at the beginning of harvest to preserve freshness and acidity. After crushing and a short maceration to extract a pale, shimmering, pink color, the wine is fermented dry in stainless steel and bottled and shipped young for immediate enjoyment. If you don’t see the bottle, you’d swear this was from the hills overlooking St. Tropez and the Mediteranian Sea. The aromas are redolent of fresh strawberry and tangy cherry fruit accented by a dash of crushed Provencal herb. Nice body here (despite the 13% alcohol), the berry/cherry fruit and herb get lifted by a note of orange peel freshness. Long and mouthwatering on the back with just the right amount of chalky mineral and zingy acid. A fine, versatile, delicious dry rosé to enjoy by yourself or – at this price – to share with a crowd! - Ch Puy Servain Bergerac Rose 2012 Product #27062 (In Stock)
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You'll find fine rosé in virtually every corner of France, including Bordeaux - after all, what else would the Bordalais want to drink after a hot day working in the vines? This beauty from the satellite appellation of Bergerac is a blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon bled off the vats used for red wine. Very fresh and winey on the nose with definite aromas of tobacco leaf, fresh herb, and tangy cherry. In the mouth the herb comes up strong and clear over the cherry and watermelon fruit and a bright beam of acidity cuts under the rich texture. Finishes spicy and mouthwatering with fine length and freshness.
- Ch Bellevue La Foret Rose 2011 Product #25726 (In Stock)
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The newest vintage of our best-selling rose for the past two years is here. So, it's time to think pink! Down in AOC Fronton, just south of Bordeaux, the main grape is the little known Negrette. It turns out that Negrette makes a darn tasy rose! Strawberry and black cherry fruit mingle with flavors of dark flowers and wet granite. Energetic and dry, this is just about the perfect summer sipper and surprisingly versatile with food.
- Champteloup Rose d'Anjou 2012 Product #27061 (In Stock)
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While we in the USA tend to focus on rosé from the South of France, in Paris pink wine from Anjou in the nearby Loire Valley gets plenty of attention. And, this is classic Parisian bistro rosé, made from from 70% Grolleau for fruit and 30% Cabernet Franc for herbal notes and spice. Gentle aromas of cherry, strawberry, and crushed fresh herb lead to a juicy, fruity, mouthful of red berry fruit and a bit more herb. A hint of watermelon candy comes up in the middle and the finish is frankly fruity and round, but dry and clean. Cherry and watermelon Jolly Rancher notes linger on. A fun wine to just sip on it's own and a great match for Asian dishes or anything with fruit.
- Martinez Lacuesta Rosé Rioja 2012 Product #27085 (In Stock)
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Wow! We were so delighted to discover this delicious, well-priced rose last year, and even more delighted that the new vintage is just as good! On the palate you will find ripe, sun-kissed, red fruit aromas and flavors with a surprising streak of minerality, given its modest price point. Perfect with all kinds of warm-weather fare, from fresh entrée salads to grilled seafood - stock up and drink this poolside or on your deck, terrace or boat all season long!
- Ch Sainte Eulalie Rose Minervois 2012 Product #27059 (In Stock)
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From an estate first planted in the 19th century and then resurrected by young Isabelle & Laurent Causta in 1996, this beauty fully captures the potential of what should be Provence's top rose region. From vineyards in the heart of Minervois, this blend of Syrah and Cinsault with dashes of Carignan and Grenache is plenty gutsy but also crisp and fresh. Vivid strawberry, cranberry, and raspberry fruit with a clear whiff of fresh herb and lingering, juicy, dry, finish. Great wine for roast chicken, salads, or cold meats.
- Chapoutier Bila Haut Cotes Du Roussillon Rose 2012 Product #27056 (In Stock)
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Northern Rhone master Michel Chapoutier's Roussillon estate - Bila-Haut - has been going from strength to strength the past few years, and this little beauty certainly argues that the positive trend will continue in 2012! It's a blend of Grenache and Cinsault grown specifically for rosé, crushed, macerated briefly, and then pressed off while still pink and made in stainless steel. A slightly more robust and jolly take on pink wine than you find in Provence, it delivers a big mouthful of candied watermelon and tangy cherry fruit with mouthwatering acidity and a sense of hot paving stone. A not too serious, very tasty, rosé to enjoy in the shade with veggies and grilled lamb dipped in lots of garlicky aioli.
- Ch Montaud Cotes De Provence Rose 2011 Product #25840 (In Stock)
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This huge customer favorite is, once again, a classic rosé blend of Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault, attractively packaged in the traditional curvy Provencal rose bottle. Concentrated and intensely juicy, it's packed with dried berry, cherry, and red currant fruit with accents of glazed white peach and nectarine. Dry and crisp, it finishes with a big burst of creamy fruit flavors an just a touch of fresh herb and mineral. Give it a light chill and enjoy on its own or with salads or grilled poultry. Lovely stuff!
- Dom Philippe Plantevin Cotes Du Rhone Rose 2012 Product #27136 (In Stock)
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Just in time for warmer weather, here’s the first release of Philippe’s pink wine we’ve ever managed to get our hands on. Unusually for a rosé from this part of the Rhone valley, it’s 90% Mourvedre (made famous by Domaine Tempier and other Bandol estates) and just 10% Grenache. Lovely dark pink in color, the generous aromas feature bright cherry, passion fruit, and wild herb scents. Bright and zesty in the mouth, the flavors include wild strawberry, more passion fruit, ripe citrus, fresh herb and just a touch of earthy Mourvedre character. Pure and clean throughout, it finishes with mouthwatering flavors of watermelon, berry, and a dash of pink grapefruit and mineral. A great solo sipper and even better with fresh salads, smoked salmon, or anything with plenty of savory herb and garlic.
- Casa Bianca Rosato Nv Product #26268 (In Stock)
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A fabulous little rose sparkler made of 75% Prosecco and 25% Pinot Noir, perfect for the dog days of summer! Aromas of strawberries, peaches, and a hint of almond. Great, mouthwatering acidity and a much more sophisticated finish than we expected at this price.
Perfect as an aperitif - whets your appetite in the most delightful way! - Dom Du Dragon Grande Cuvee Rose Cotes De Provence 2012 Product #27058 (In Stock)
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The best vintage ever for this long-time favorite? We think so! You'll find all the layered complexity you expect here as zesty aromas and flavors of strawberry, redcurrant, blood orange and chalky mineral chase across your palate. But, there's a touch more concentration and power from the small 2012 harvest and even more drive and cut on the spicy, dry, stony, finish. A classic Provencal rose, well-priced, and perfect for sipping solo or with salmon or Salade Niçoise.
- Mas Llunes Maragda Rosa Costa Brava 2012 Product #27063 (In Stock)
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A bit gutsier than some of our other rosés this year, but still refreshing and delicious! A blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah from Spain's Costa Brava, the seacoast where Spain and France meet. Ripe fruit is harvested at night (to keep it cool and retain freshness), given a 24 hour soak, and then fermented cool in tank. The result is a pretty, bright strawberry-colored, rosé with a creamy, rich, texture. Juicy ripe strawberry and cherry fruit take center stage here with plenty of fresh fruit acidity providing lift and brightness. A tangy note of watermelon candy and citrusy acidity provide length and interest at the end. Great with salty shellfish, cheeses, and - of course - paella!
- Kir - Yianni Akakies Rosé 2012 Product #27194 (In Stock)
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This pink Greek wine made for local importer Dionysus is rich and round with fine acids at the end. From Xinomavro.
"Here’s an excellent rosé for summer, better than many French rosés from 2012. This one is ripe yet racy, with good acidity to balance the fruit flavors. But enough about the wine; how are you feeling this fine warm day?" Washington Post **
- Noble Hill Rose Mourvedre 2012 Product #27003 (In Stock)
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Ignore the South African origins - this is a dead ringer for (much more expensive) Bandol rosé! Like Bandol, it's 100% Mourvedre picked on the early side and fermented dry in stainless steel. Salmon pink in color, it's loaded with green strawberry, watermelon, and fresh herb aromas and flavors and finishes crisp, dry, and earthy. More than easy to just sip, this will shine with salmon, tuna, or even lamb. A fine, fine, value.
- Dom De Triennes Rose Vdp Du Var Provence 2012 Product #27060 (In Stock)
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Here's a Provencal rosé with an unusual pedigree - it's made by two of the biggest names in Burgundy, Jacques Seysses, founder of Domaine Dujac, and Aubert de Villaine, co-owner of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. They purchased these steep hillside vineyards just east of Aix-en-Provence in 1989 and have been making benchmark red, white and - of course - rosé ever since!
It's mainly Cinsault with dashes of Syrah, Grenache, and a tiny bit of Merlot, sustainably grown and direct pressed after a short maceration. From beginning to end, "purity" is the theme here as delineated aromas and flavors of cherry, strawberry, and tangy raspberry fruit gain complexity from notes of wild herb and flower petal. The herbal/garrigue notes get stronger in he glass before the wine finishes with fine snap and bite. Classy, complex and detailed, this will shine with spring/summer picnic foods or anything laced with cilantro. - Vesselle Rose De Saignee Brut V Product #25995 (In Stock)
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While the review is for a previous release, Steve Tanzer's assessment is spot on for this release as well!
"Light, amber-tinged red; nothing pink about this. Deep cherry and dark berry aromas are initially brooding, then open slowly to offer spicy blood orange and violet qualities. Fleshy, lightly sweet blackberry and candied cherry flavors stain the palate and are complicated by floral pastille and bitter chocolate notes. A singular, fascinating Champagne that could handle rich red meat dishes or the richest, funkiest cheeses with ease. This has more depth and power than many red Burgundies."International Wine Cellar 92 points
- Vesselle Rose Friandise Demi Sec Nv Product #26152 (In Stock)
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"Light red with a frothy mousse. Cranberry, redcurrant and wild strawberry on the nose, with cherry skin and dark chocolate adding complexity. This smells like a Kir Royale mixed by Dali, or maybe Magritte. The expression of red fruits is remarkable for its depth and purity. Creamy red berry and cherry preserve flavors are firmed by gentle acidity and pick up an exotic floral quality on the back end. Finishes with excellent clarity and great persistence. I'd serve this as I would a light, exuberant red Burgundy."International Wine Cellar 93 points
