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Elegant Holiday Meals: It's Easy
Elegant Holiday Meals: It’s Easy
When you see the word “elegant” referring to holiday meals, you may imagine a slam to the budget and a lot of extra work. I expect to stretch my budget a lot (it’s only once a year, I tell myself), but not so much as to work. I’m never looking for a lot of extra work, so for me, an elegant holiday meal simply means, in the words of Emeril Lagasse, “kicking it up a notch.” For my favorite holiday…
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#Cabernet Sauvignon#chopbox#Ehlers Estate#ehlers estate wine#elegant holiday meals#emeril lagasse#empress gin#Holiday Cocktails#holiday meal#holiday table#kick it up a notch#lillian africano#prime rib roast
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Me, for the millionth time: WHY DO I FEEL LIKE SHIT?!
My body:
#ehlers danlos syndrome#chronic illness#ehlers danlos memes#memes#it’s free real estate#edsproblems#EDS#postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
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Saturday Night Worthy Wines
Saturday Night Worthy Wines
Happy Aloha Friday! As you wrap up the week and get ready to spring forward this weekend, consider toasting with one of these beauties, each date night worthy. Bubbles are always Saturday night worthy, especially when they are as delicious as those crafted from Domaine Carneros. Domaine Carneros Brut Rose ($45) is light and fresh enough to awaken the palate enjoyed as an aperitif, but also has…
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Spring Sipping - Two New Releases From Ehlers Estate
Spring Sipping – Two New Releases From Ehlers Estate
Follow Napa Highway 29 North to St. Helena and turn right onto Ehlers Lane. Follow Ehlers Lane to the old stone winery and discover Ehlers Estate, Napa’s hidden gem. Off the beaten path, the drive into Ehlers is scenic and charming. A historic winery that was originally founded in the late 1800s by a German immigrant, Bernard Ehlers. Here he planted 10 acres of vines and olive trees, many of…
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The iconic Napa Valley sign has been a favorite stop for many years. It has been creating lasting memories and memories for millions of people. After a brief stop we arrived at Ehlers Estate for a wine experience in a gorgeously restored historic building. there is too much to share about this very special place that all I can say is be sure to put it on your list for your next visit. Call us soon. 707-253-1300 or check out our website. CaliforniaWineTours.com #calwinetours #visitnapavalley (at Ehlers Estate) https://www.instagram.com/p/BwvqCwtHVez/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ati9p4rgy390
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{A Impossibilidade Do Foro Por Eleição No Processo Do Trabalho|Aulas Para Perder O Medo De Dirigir}
{Automóvel é uma realidade tão presente em nosso dia a dia que sequer paramos para pensar muito a respeito. Que pode ocorrer é a remoção do veículo, isto é, uma medida administrativa também prevista nesse mesmo artigo e
Curso Como Perder o Medo de Dirigir
que pode ser aplicada pelo agente de trânsito quando problema não puder ser resolvido no local da abordagem ou quando condutor não estiver presente no momento da infração, como é exemplo do estacionamento irregular.|A RELATIVIZAÇÃO DA IMPENHORABILIDADE DO BEM DE FAMÍLIA À LUZ DE PRINCÍPIOS QUE GARANTAM A EFETIVIDADE DA JURISDIÇÃO E MELHOR INTERESSE DO CREDOR. A análise dos artigos permitiu agrupar as situações mais temidas pelas pessoas com
Curso Como Perder o Medo de Dirigir
: (1) em relação à via, como conduzir por rodovias, pontes, túneis, ruas íngremes, intersecções, estacionar, ficar em um engarrafamento, mudar de faixa, dirigir em tráfego intenso, dirigir em lugares desconhecidos e ficar perdido; (2) em relação ao veículo, ter problemas mecânicos, um carro potente, necessidade de dirigir em alta velocidade e de perder controle na direção; (3) em relação às condições climáticas e metereológicas, como conduzir com chuva, vento, granizo, neblina e à noite; (4) em relação aos aspectos pessoais e sociais, como a necessidade de uma reação rápida e inesperada, de atrapalhar trânsito, sofrer um acidente de trânsito, sofrer uma lesão, ferir alguém e ser criticado por outras pessoas (Ehlers et al., 1994; Barp e Mahl, 2013; Cantini et al., 2013b; Costa et al., 2014; Taylor e Deane, 2000; Taylor et al., 2007a, 2000).} {Por outro lado, temos uma terceira possibilidade sobre quem recairá a responsabilização pelos danos decorridos do bullying escolar, praticado por crianças e adolescentes, é a própria pessoa jurídica da escola em que as partes envolvidas estão matriculadas, tendo em vista que, os pais, ao assinarem um contrato de prestação de serviço com colégio, transferem para este último dever de guarda e vigilância sobre sua prole, nos horários em que menor estiver realizando suas atividades colegiais.|Muito embora a observação do leigo possa levar a engano, há sinais de embriaguez facilmente identificáveis e que todos conhecem: hálito, comportamento, a dificuldade em articular palavras, a incapacidade de se manter em equilíbrio estável e de caminhar em linha reta, a atitude insegura etc.} {A Revolução Francesa e a edição da Declaração de Direitos Humanos trazem consigo fim do antigo sistema penal e a criação de direitos e garantias inerentes ao infrator, que passa a ser visto como pessoa humana, sendo-lhe assegurado a proporcionalidade da pena e assistência estatal.|A violência doméstica contra a criança e adolescente pode ser vivenciada em muitos espaços sociais, entretanto vale ressaltar que diálogo entre a família e atenção voltada a essas crianças e adolescentes são de extrema importância na participação efetiva, orientação e educação dos filhos, em função do fortalecimento do vínculo afetivo e enfrentamento das adversidades.} {Sustentou-se que na impossibilidade de realização de teste de etilômetro, exame de sangue ou exame laboratorial por recusa do
motorista, deverá ser lavrado auto de infração, independentemente da presença de sinais de embriaguez no condutor do veículo.|Portanto, é de se concluir que inciso II do artigo 306, CTB é autoaplicável de acordo com as normas processuais penais referentes
às provas, sendo eventual Resolução do CONTRAN, mero adorno que somente pode ter alguma maior utilidade no ramo administrativo.} {A mencionada PEC acrescenta no artigo 129 da Constituição Federal uma nova responsabilidade às funções institucionais do Ministério Público, garantido a promoção privativa da ação penal pública podendo, inclusive, conforme caso, desconsiderar a idade do menor de dezoito anos quanto à sua inimputabilidade.|Por isso mesmo, a ética recorre à razão para fundamentar seu entendimento a respeito da moral e - não obstante - tem um apelo mais universal (porque analisa como a moral se comporta, ou melhor, como esta se mostra na historicidade do humano) em detrimento da moral que se revela no recinto do pessoal.} {futuro dependente de álcool, começa pouco à pouco a modificar seu comportamento e as situações que envolvem uso da bebida tornando-se ponto central de sua vida, antes que a compulsão se manifeste claramente, quando surge comportamento de autodestruição.|Dirigir com alguém ao seu lado é uma boa forma para deixar você mais confiante e contribui com a sensação de segurança Melhor ainda se for alguém mais velho ou com mais experiência ao volante para dar dicas, tirar dúvidas e trocar experiências sobre a dinâmica do trânsito e das ruas.} {A inovação advinda em 2009 acompanhou uma evolução legislativa criminal que, com a lei Nº 11. 106 de 2005, já restaram revogados tipos penais que não encontravam mais adequação na realidade atual nem representavam valores tutelados pelo Direito Penal, como é caso dos crimes de sedução e rapto.|Esse nexo de causalidade deve ser observado, uma vez que a ingestão de substância inebriante pode não ocasionar a condução anormal do veículo, bem como essa condução de veículo de forma anormal pode ser em decorrência de outras razões que não a ingestão de bebida alcoólica, situação em que um dos elementos objetivos do tipo se encontraria ausente e a conduta seria, desta feita, considerada atípica.}
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Another three wine blind tasting - reds this time. The first one was easy to call. And lovely to drink. The 2017 Olet’te Russian River Pinot Noir is a gorgeous wine. Cherry and raspberry and spice and that classic Russian River aroma. A lovely light ruby color. I missed the next two wines - both Cab Franc. The first was a Chinon from Loire Valley, the second a CF from Ehlers Estate in Napa Valley. The latter was all okay vanilla and certainly delicious - but perhaps the varietal aromatics and flavors got overwhelmed in the production. The Chinon retained more of the varietal characteristics of CF - the herbaceous aromatics for instance. The learning continues. ————————————————————- #olettewine #pinotnoir #pinotnoirlover #cabernetfranc #cabfranc #chinonwine #loirevalley #loirevalleywines #russianrivervalleywines #napavalley #napawine #instawine #winestagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CJEcriYrFOD/?igshid=1qzilwxu00vxz
#olettewine#pinotnoir#pinotnoirlover#cabernetfranc#cabfranc#chinonwine#loirevalley#loirevalleywines#russianrivervalleywines#napavalley#napawine#instawine#winestagram
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Napa and Sonoma Valley Wine 101
Napa and Sonoma Valley Wine 101
While exploring Napa Valley and Sonoma, my companion and I stopped at three wineries, and received a crash course in Wine Tasting 101. Guess what state in the United States makes the most wine? California makes 90% of the wine in the U.S. It takes about six or eight clusters to fill a wine bottle; that’s approximately 600 to 800 wine grapes, or about 2.4 lbs. of grapes. One barrel of wine…
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#Araujo Estate#biodynamic farming#Casa Neustra#Charles Krug#Ehlers Estate#Elizabeth Spencer Wines#Frog&039;s Leap#Grgich Hills#Honig Cellars#Jill Weinlein#Napa Valley#Sonoma#Villagio Inn and Spa#wine tasting
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Giving Cinderella Her Due: A Look At Cabernet Franc
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Giving Cinderella Her Due: A Look At Cabernet Franc
Tenute Argentiera’s iconic Ventaglio Cabernet Franc vineyard in Bolgheri
“Cab Franc is the ultimate Cinderella grape,” exclaims Leah Jørgensen, owner and winemaker of Jørgensen Cellars in Willamette Valley. “Historically, in Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot got all the attention, while Cab Franc was the one who did all the work. The truth is she’s the belle of the ball.”
While its hard to imagine the parent of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Carménère being underappreciated, Cabernet Franc is often overlooked by wine lovers. Yet, it remains a secret weapon of wine makers. It’s time to start pay attention to Cabernet Franc.
As a blending grape, Cabernet Franc plays well with others. It delivers high acidity, smooth tannins, and notes of spice and herbs, making it more than capable of taking the lead in blends from Napa Valley and Bordeaux’s Right Bank, most notably in Château Cheval Blanc. Recently, it is making a name for itself as a single variety wine.
Cabernet Franc grape close up. Saumur, France
Uco Valley is home to Argentina’s top Malbec. However, Gualtallary, within the Tupungato GI, has an ace up its sleeve—Cabernet Franc. “The potential power of Cabernet Franc illustrated through our terroir is best expressed here,” shares Gonzalo Fernandez Gregorat, winemaker of Rutini Wines, who has been producing Cabernet Franc in the region for 20 years. Rodrigo Serrano, winemaker of Domaine Bousquet, attributes the wine’s soft expressions in the mouth to the region’s elevation and alluvial soil. In the hands of the region’s top producers, the grape transforms into the sexy elegance of the Argentine Tango.
Under the Tuscan Sun, Tenuta Argentiera’s Ventaglio Vineyard, on their Bolgheri estate, signals a new awakening for the property. Ventaglio, meaning fan, represents the winery’s cru, or best, vineyard. And, it’s all planted with one grape: Cabernet Franc. “Ventaglio is my heart and blood—the place I find a new beginning,” shares owner Stanislaus Turnauer. Produced in small amounts in the best vintages, Ventaglio represents the flagship of Argentiera’s portfolio, taking expectations and understanding of the grape to new heights—a Cru Super Tuscan comprised mainly of Cabernet Franc.
Napa Valley wineries such as Gamble Family Vineyards, Ehler’s Estate, and Cliff Lede Vineyards produce rich, robust expressions of Cabernet Franc. Chris Tynan, winemaker of Cliff Lede Vineyards, believes Napa hosts the ideal conditions for the grape to ripen “to perfection.”
Inspired by Right Bank Bordeaux, the Cliff Lede High Fidelity “spotlights the playful symbiosis of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, accentuating their individual layers of complexity.” Jason Lede, hospitality manager of Cliff Lede Vineyards “loves it for its plush, fruit-forward qualities.” Adding, “It’s approachable yet still has incredible concentration.”
Both Leah Jørgensen as well as Alison and Eric Smith Story, owners of Smith Story Wine Cellars in Anderson Valley, find their Cabernet Franc inspiration in France’s Loire Valley. And, both believe the trick to an exceptional glass starts in the vineyard.
To limit the grape’s natural “greenness,” Smith Story carefully monitors the grape, harvesting once a perfectly ripe mid-core is achieved. “Resulting in a vibrancy and a nice lift of acidity at the end is a truly magical sip found in our Smith Story Cabernet Franc,” shares Alison Smith Story.
Adding to this, Jørgensen maintains the timing of leaf removal and irrigation of the vine is key in limiting the wine’s greenness while it ripens. This allows the fruit to shine as the green notes become tertiary, creating a pleasant herbal expression. She also contends, in order to coax out the grape’s fruitiness, new oak should never be used in aging.
Jørgensen Cellars offers a variety of expressions of Southern Oregon Cabernet Franc.
Jørgensen sources her Cabernet Franc from Applegate and Rouge Valleys, areas of Southern Oregon containing limestone soil with ancient marine sediments similar to the Loire Valley. Crater View Ranch Vineyards, the source for some of her fruit and a vineyard she believes grows some of the best Cabernet Franc in the world, contains a high concentration of this soil. Because Loire Valley is revered for its expressions of the grape, these soil similarities offer Oregon growers guidance in cultivating the fruit.
Cabernet Franc’s acidity and tannin structure allows Jørgensen to craft a unique expression—a blanc wine, inspired by former Anne Amie winemaker Thomas Houseman’s L’Iris white Pinot Noir as well as Crémant de Loire sparkling wines. However, she is not making an arbitrary white wine from red grapes. Rather, building on the grape’s structure for intentional symmetry between the white and red wines.
Lori and Mike Budd, owners of Draceana Wines in Paso Robles, feel in love with Cabernet Franc at first taste many years ago. In 2013, the couple launched their own label with one wine. “After hunting California, we realized there was not a lot of Cab Franc out there. So, we decided to form our own niche with the foundation of the wine we really, really love,” explains Lori Budd.
Today they craft two styles. A classic multi-site clonal cuvee, and single site and clone reserve expression. “The reserve is mother nature in a glass,” shares Budd. “There are so many different expressions of the grape—there’s a Cab Franc for everyone,” believes Lori Budd.
Surprised a grape with Cabernet Franc’s pedigree did not have its own celebration day, Budd says the “Jersey girl in her” took up the charge to correct this oversight. In 2015, she single-handedly established December 4 as #CabFrancDay.
The date honors Cardinal Richelieu, who is credited with bringing cuttings of the grape to the Loire Valley in the 17th century. Lore holds he planted the vines at St Nicolas de Bourgueil where it grows to this day. From its humble beginnings, #CabFrancDay is now an international celebration.
While its increasingly easier to find wineries focusing on this grape, it remains underappreciated. “Cabernet Franc is an underdog—it needs to be fought for,” explains Budd. “It delivers so many different expressions. There is a Cab Franc out there for everybody.”
a selection of high-quality Cabernet Franc wines
2017 Cliff Lede Vineyards ‘High Fidelity’ Napa Valley ($95) is crafted of 48% Cabernet Franc, 43% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Sauvignon in a nod to both Right Bank Bordeaux and classic rock n’ roll, in a “Smoke On The Water” sort of way. Notes of black currant, fig jam, black pepper, smoked charcuterie, and fresh tobacco dazzle the senses. Concentrated yet approachable, with a crushed velvet mouth-feel and a long, mouth-watering finish.
2018 Domaine Bousquet GAIA Cabernet Franc Gualtallary Estate Vineyard Uco Valley ($30) represents the first time the wine is produced as 100% varietal. It offers soft aromas of bright fruit, mint, pepper, warm baking spice, and floral notes. Firm, gripping tannins contrast its fruit-forward juiciness and mid-palate minerality. Its broad on the palate with a lingering freshness.
2018 Jørgensen Cellars Mae’s Vineyard Blanc de Cabernet Franc Applegate Valley Oregon ($30) is a stunning wine. Layers of lemon, apricot, and apple are joined by fresh picked savory herbs, fresh white flowers and blossom, white tea, and trailing toasted hazelnuts leap from the glass. Complexity follows through on the palate with rich texture balanced by firm acidity, offering an elegance and mid-palate lift. This wine is a must.
2018 Jørgensen Cellars Cabernet Franc Southern Oregon ($25) follows in the footsteps of the Blanc in that it is layered and complex. Aromas of a dried bouquet leap from the glass of this flagship red wine, followed by delicate berries, warm spice, savory dried herbs, and trailing smoke. Vibrant best describes the palate, its fresh with lots of energy and lift. A steal for the price.
2016 Jørgensen Cellars ‘Clos Rouge Valley’ Reserve Cabernet Franc Southern Oregon ($50) falls to the opposite end of the spectrum, word descriptors do no justice in this distinction. Elegant layers of red floral notes (fresh and dried) mingle with tea, savory herbs, cocoa bitters, and black pepper, but more than the sum of its part, the flavors weave together like a tapestry. With a crushed velvet mouth-feel and linear focus, this medium-bodied wine begs for food.
2018 Ravine Cellars Cabernet Franc Finger Lakes New York ($21.95) is a bold single variety wine. Dark fruit, olive tapenade, dried herbs, fresh tobacco, and trailing pepper elicits the senses. Fine-grained tannins from large cask aging offer a smooth mouth-feel. A fruit-driven plate is juicy yet balanced with earthiness in a full-bodied wine with a long finish.
2016 Smith Story Cabernet Franc Sonoma Valley ($48) is a single variety wine intentionally crafted in an elegant, refined style. It offers bright notes of red and black fruit mingling with fresh herbs, violets, subtle spice, and black tea. The palate is fresh with nice lift and mouthwatering acidity. A food wine in a classic old-world style.
2015 Tenuta Argentiera Ventaglio Bolgheri IGT ($300) is the inaugural release. It is crafted of 85% Cabernet Franc and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine stands out for its cru quality: Lush, sultry, layered, complex, and structured. It’s robe of dark fruit, crushed flowers, dried herbs, warm spice, and a cedar, tobacco, mineral earthiness goes on for days on the palate. Long age-ability but hard to resist now.
2018 Zuccardi ‘Poligonos’ San Pablo Cabernet Franc ($30) is located in the center of Uco Valley, in the heart of Tunuyán, a region defined by its close proximity to the Andes Mountains. Winemaker Sebastián Zuccardi vinifies this wine in concrete vats with indigenous yeast. The resulting 100% Cabernet Franc is fresh and lively, with layers of blue and red fruit, dried herbs, and graphite. The palate exhibits tension between its smooth tannins and bold mountain nature, walking a tight-rope between new and old-world styles.
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The 25 Best Rosé Wines of 2020
Even a global pandemic can’t dampen interest in the pink wine juggernaut. According to VinePair’s internal data, rosé is off to an earlier than usual start to its strongest seasonal period, with a 19 percent increase in reader interest this March compared to 2019.
That interest comes off the back of four years of solid growth. According to Nielsen data, off-premise sales of pink wine increased almost 300 percent between January 2016 and January 2020, starting the decade with a value of over $576 million. It’s a remarkable success story, and one that looks set to continue based on the increasing diversity and elevated quality of wines VinePair recently tasted for our annual rosé ranking.
This year’s list encompasses bottles from mainstay regions like Provence and southern Italy, with fresh additions from throughout the Mediterranean, including Spain and Greece. There’s also a strong selection of domestic offerings, many of which can be purchased and shipped right from the wineries. Winery-direct sales are particularly resonant right now, as much of the country is sheltering in place; it’s a sales channel we expect to see grow in importance moving forward in the new normal.
The number of bottles tasted for this year’s list surpassed 100 labels. With a staff panel of tasters, we hotly debated our selections and rankings based on drinkability, mass appeal, quality, and value for money, with prices taken from wine-searcher.com or the winery itself, in the case of direct to consumer (DTC) offerings.
On the topic of price, the top 25 bottles of 2020 offer further proof of the value offered by the rosé category: More than half of the bottles on this year’s list deliver change from a crisp $20 bill. At least 10 come in at $15 or less.
Here are VinePair’s 25 best rosés of 2020.
25. Ehlers Estate Sylviane Rosé 2019
This Napa Valley wine uses the traditional Bordeaux red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot, and delivers a concentrated, full-bodied rosé. The nose and palate evoke strawberry jam and yogurt, while subtle tannins make it an ideal match for a range of dishes, from ingredient-packed salads to grilled fish to roasted white meat. Average price: $32.
24. Dominio de Eguren Protocolo Vino Rosado de la Tierra de Castilla 2019
A Spanish rosé made from the nation’s superstar red variety, Tempranillo, this wine blends red fruit notes with easy-drinking acidity and just a hint of complexity. For less than $10, it’s a winning combo and the type of bottle you can buy a couple of cases of to get you through summer. Average price: $8.
23. King Family Vineyards Crosé Rosé 2019
This 100 percent Merlot from Virginia is vibrant, fruity, and well-balanced. With notes of sweet watermelon and tart grapefruit, it offers the perfect match to lobster rolls or a stacked chicken sandwich. Mainly available online from the winery, this is a great reason to start ordering DTC. Average price $22.
22. Txomin Etxaniz Txakoli Rosé 2019
The lightly effervescent Txakoli wines of the Basque Country in Northern Spain are sprightly, refreshing, and always offer a fun drinking experience. This bottle is a wonderful, strawberry-rich example that’s ideal for aperitivo hour. Average price: $21.
21. Les Chemins de Bassac Isa Rosé
This Southern French rosé wine is all about complex, savory character. Dried herbs lead the nose before a jolt of juicy strawberries and tart cherries arrive on the palate. This is a robust rosé that will comfortably pair with stinky aged cheese and cured meat platters. Average price: $15.
20. Cambria Estate Winery Rosé of Pinot Noir
A 100 percent Pinot Noir from California’s Santa Maria Valley, this is a lively, fruit-forward rosé. Generous acidity lifts its ripe watermelon and plum core, while hints of white pepper add a dash of nuance. Average price: $25.
19. WillaKenzie Estate Rose
This Oregon rosé smells like a breakfast bowl, with aromas of strawberries, honeydew melon, and yogurt. The palate has a slightly creamy texture, but a fragrant mint note helps cut through the richness. No food needed here, this is a wine to savor on its own. Average price: $21.
18. Diora ‘La Belle Fete’ Rose of Pinot Noir
A big, bold rosé from Monterey County, CA, this wine showcases the weightier side of Pinot Noir. The palate serves rich doses of ripe red berries, but there’s more than enough acidity to keep things lively. Serve with fruit platters at brunch or a sizeable cheese plate as the sun goes down. Average price: $13.
17. Saget La Petite Perriere Pinot Noir Rosé
An affordable Loire Valley rosé, that’s full of character and sealed with a screw cap, this is perfect picnic wine. The aromas recall tart stone fruits and wild strawberries, while the palate is fruity and refreshing with a hint of minerality. At well under $20, this is a bargain. Average price: $13.
16. Château des Ferrages Côtes de Provence Roumery Rosé 2019
Made from Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah, this is archetypal Provençal rosé. It’s light and acidic, with subtle red fruit defining the nose and palate. Mineral notes and a touch of savory character add depth and keep things interesting. Average price: $16.
15. Gran Moraine Rosé
This Oregon Pinot Noir pours a delightful cotton-candy hue. The nose is floral, while the palate offers concentrated fruit (mainly sour cherries) and light tannins. Avoid serving too cold or you’ll miss out on its interesting textural character. Average price: $32.
14. DAOU Vineyards Rosé 2019
This Paso Robles blend bears all the hallmarks of classic French rosé. Strawberry and watermelon lead its fragrant nose followed by hints of cherry and yogurt. The palate is crisp and refreshing but not lacking in depth. As it opens up, savory tropical fruits enter the fray, leading to a world of pairing opportunities. Average price: $21.
13. Fontanafredda ‘Solerose’ Langhe Rosato 2019
Though better associated with age worthy reds, this wine highlights Piedmont’s rosé-making potential. Made from Barbera, Dolcetto, and Nebbiolo, it’s incredibly aromatic, with tart cherries shining brightest on the nose. The palate introduces sweet strawberries and juicy watermelon, which stick around for an age on its mouthwatering finish. Average price: $19.
12. Capture Rosé of Sangiovese
An outlier in many respects, this Sonoma rosé is made from Italian variety Sangiovese, which most will know as the red grape used in Chianti. This bottle offers more than just novel appeal, though. It smells like bubblegum and whiter pepper, and the palate is lean with racy acidity. You’ll need to order directly from the winery, but this unicorn is worth the hunt. Average price: $25.
11. Tasca d’Almerita Tenuta Regaleali Le Rose Sicilia IGT
This Sicilian rosé is succulent and adventurous departures from the pale-pink mold. Bold red fruits mix with wet rock and mineral aromas. The palate is equally powerful, with lashings of tart wild strawberries. It’s affordable and you can find it everywhere; this is perfect pizza wine. Average price $14.
10. Hecht & Bannier Languedoc Rosé
Like eating strawberries on the beach, this wine smells of wild berries seasoned with a spray of sea water. The palate is crisp and acidic, but a rich fruit core softens its hard edges. Let the salty aromas guide your food pairing: this wine has seafood platter written all over it. Average price: $14.
9. Jean-Luc Colombo Cape Bleue Rosé
An affordable Provençal rosé that will take you on a journey, this wine starts with floral aromas followed by citrus fruit and honeydew melon. The palate enters with a refreshing burst of acidity and tart fruit, then transforms into a rounder, more full-bodied style. A splash of salinity gives a subtle yet lengthy finish. Average price: $12.
8. Gaia ’14-18 h’ Agiorgitiko Rosé
This rosé’s name references the time period that the pressed Agioritiko grapes spend in contact with the must prior to filtering and fermentation. The extended maceration lends a deep pink hue and extra punch to the palate. Fruity and complex, this is a wonderful rosé that meets the high standards we’ve come to expect from one of Greece’s finest producers. Average price: $11.
7. Long Meadow Ranch Rose of Pinot Noir 2019
White flowers and honeysuckle lead the nose on this perfumed California rosé, followed by a sprinkle of lemon zest. The palate is rich and full of fruit, with notes of cherry, watermelon, and red berries. Bright, refreshing acidity will keep you coming back for sip after sip. Average price: $25.
6. Librandi Ciro Rosato 2019
Few will be familiar with Calabria’s native red variety Gaglioppo, but it’s time you became acquainted. The dark-skinned grape makes attractive, approachable rosés that over-deliver on a budget. This one is energetic, with notes of cherry hard candies, ripe peaches, and grapefruit zest. A fuller, more rounded style, this is great pizza wine. Average price: $15.
5. SeaGlass Rosé
When considering which rosé you should have on hand for every possible occasion, look no further than this bottle. Its red berry aromas are seasoned with a whiff of sea spray that whisks you off to the Monterey coast. The palate is simple and refreshing — straightforward in the best possible way. Average price: $11.
4. Copain Wines Les Voisins Rosé of Pinot Noir
This Mendocino County bottle is not just great rosé but a serious wine. Salted watermelon and toasted fennel seed aromas provide a concentrated, nuanced nose. The palate introduces a mix of sour cherries and underripe stone fruits. With well-incorporated tannins, this rosé has the structure to pair with thinly-sliced, grilled red meat. Average price: $32.
3. Planeta Rosé Sicilia DOC
Landing on the bolder end of the rosé spectrum, this Sicilian wine has intense aromas and dense, concentrated flavors. Strawberry and guava notes mix with crushed peach and a hint of savory green olives. This rosé will easily hold its one when paired with the bolder flavors of barbecued meats and spicy tacos. Average price: $16.
2. Adelaida Rosé 2019
Made from a handful of Southern French varieties, this complex Paso Robles rosé drinks like a red wine. Fresh berries and stone fruit aromas are matched by dried, savory herbs on the nose. The palate is rich, vibrant, and well-balanced. Decant this rosé and watch it evolve by the glass. Pair with flavorful roasted poultry, like duck breast or dark chicken meat. Average price: $28.
1. Château Peyrassol
A delightful reminder of what makes Provence rosé so popular, this wine ticks all the boxes. The nose is delicate but serves layers of white flowers, red fruit, and a sprinkle of savory spices. The palate is both bold and refreshing, with tangy fruit cut by a piercing jolt of acidity. Add a hint of wet rocks and a dusting of white pepper to the equation, and you’ve got yourself the best rosé of 2019. If you can’t find this exact bottle, the producer’s entire range is equally impressive and should be sought out. Average price: $35.
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The 25 Best Rosé Wines of 2020
Even a global pandemic can’t dampen interest in the pink wine juggernaut. According to VinePair’s internal data, rosé is off to an earlier than usual start to its strongest seasonal period, with a 19 percent increase in reader interest this March compared to 2019.
That interest comes off the back of four years of solid growth. According to Nielsen data, off-premise sales of pink wine increased almost 300 percent between January 2016 and January 2020, starting the decade with a value of over $576 million. It’s a remarkable success story, and one that looks set to continue based on the increasing diversity and elevated quality of wines VinePair recently tasted for our annual rosé ranking.
This year’s list encompasses bottles from mainstay regions like Provence and southern Italy, with fresh additions from throughout the Mediterranean, including Spain and Greece. There’s also a strong selection of domestic offerings, many of which can be purchased and shipped right from the wineries. Winery-direct sales are particularly resonant right now, as much of the country is sheltering in place; it’s a sales channel we expect to see grow in importance moving forward in the new normal.
The number of bottles tasted for this year’s list surpassed 100 labels. With a staff panel of tasters, we hotly debated our selections and rankings based on drinkability, mass appeal, quality, and value for money, with prices taken from wine-searcher.com or the winery itself, in the case of direct-to-consumer (DTC) offerings.
On the topic of price, the top 25 bottles of 2020 offer further proof of the value offered by the rosé category: More than half of the bottles on this year’s list deliver change from a crisp $20 bill. At least 10 come in at $15 or less.
Here are VinePair’s 25 best rosés of 2020.
25. Ehlers Estate Sylviane Rosé 2019
This Napa Valley wine uses the traditional Bordeaux red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot, and delivers a concentrated, full-bodied rosé. The nose and palate evoke strawberry jam and yogurt, while subtle tannins make it an ideal match for a range of dishes, from ingredient-packed salads to grilled fish to roasted white meat. Average price: $32.
24. Dominio de Eguren Protocolo Vino Rosado de la Tierra de Castilla 2019
A Spanish rosé made from the nation’s superstar red variety, Tempranillo, this wine blends red fruit notes with easy-drinking acidity and just a hint of complexity. For less than $10, it’s a winning combo and the type of bottle you can buy a couple of cases of to get you through summer. Average price: $8.
23. King Family Vineyards Crosé Rosé 2019
This 100 percent Merlot from Virginia is vibrant, fruity, and well balanced. With notes of sweet watermelon and tart grapefruit, it offers the perfect match to lobster rolls or a stacked chicken sandwich. Mainly available online from the winery, this is a great reason to start ordering DTC. Average price $22.
22. Txomin Etxaniz Txakoli Rosé 2019
The lightly effervescent Txakoli wines of the Basque Country in Northern Spain are sprightly, refreshing, and always offer a fun drinking experience. This bottle is a wonderful, strawberry-rich example that’s ideal for aperitivo hour. Average price: $21.
21. Les Chemins de Bassac Isa Rosé
This southern French rosé wine is all about complex, savory character. Dried herbs lead the nose before a jolt of juicy strawberries and tart cherries arrive on the palate. This is a robust rosé that will comfortably pair with stinky aged cheese and cured meat platters. Average price: $15.
20. Cambria Estate Winery Rosé of Pinot Noir
A 100 percent Pinot Noir from California’s Santa Maria Valley, this is a lively, fruit-forward rosé. Generous acidity lifts its ripe watermelon and plum core, while hints of white pepper add a dash of nuance. Average price: $25.
19. WillaKenzie Estate Rosé
This Oregon rosé smells like a breakfast bowl, with aromas of strawberries, honeydew melon, and yogurt. The palate has a slightly creamy texture, but a fragrant mint note helps cut through the richness. No food needed here; this is a wine to savor on its own. Average price: $21.
18. Diora ‘La Belle Fete’ Rosé of Pinot Noir
A big, bold rosé from Monterey County, Calif., this wine showcases the weightier side of Pinot Noir. The palate serves rich doses of ripe red berries, but there’s more than enough acidity to keep things lively. Serve with fruit platters at brunch or a sizable cheese plate as the sun goes down. Average price: $13.
17. Saget La Petite Perriere Pinot Noir Rosé
An affordable Loire Valley rosé that’s full of character and sealed with a screw cap, this is perfect picnic wine. The aromas recall tart stone fruits and wild strawberries, while the palate is fruity and refreshing with a hint of minerality. At well under $20, this is a bargain. Average price: $13.
16. Château des Ferrages Côtes de Provence Roumery Rosé 2019
Made from Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah, this is archetypal Provençal rosé. It’s light and acidic, with subtle red fruit defining the nose and palate. Mineral notes and a touch of savory character add depth and keep things interesting. Average price: $16.
15. Gran Moraine Rosé
This Oregon Pinot Noir pours a delightful cotton-candy hue. The nose is floral, while the palate offers concentrated fruit (mainly sour cherries) and light tannins. Avoid serving too cold or you’ll miss out on its interesting textural character. Average price: $32.
14. DAOU Family Estates Discovery Collection Rosé 2019
This Paso Robles blend bears all the hallmarks of classic French rosé. Strawberry and watermelon lead its fragrant nose followed by hints of cherry and yogurt. The palate is crisp and refreshing but not lacking in depth. As it opens up, savory tropical fruits enter the fray, leading to a world of pairing opportunities. Average price: $21.
13. Fontanafredda ‘Solerose’ Langhe Rosato 2019
Though better associated with age-worthy reds, this wine highlights Piedmont’s rosé-making potential. Made from Barbera, Dolcetto, and Nebbiolo, it’s incredibly aromatic, with tart cherries shining brightest on the nose. The palate introduces sweet strawberries and juicy watermelon, which stick around for an age on its mouthwatering finish. Average price: $19.
12. Capture Rosé of Sangiovese
An outlier in many respects, this Sonoma rosé is made from Italian variety Sangiovese, which most will know as the red grape used in Chianti. This bottle offers more than just novel appeal, though. It smells like bubblegum and whiter pepper, and the palate is lean with racy acidity. You’ll need to order directly from the winery, but this unicorn is worth the hunt. Average price: $25.
11. Tasca d’Almerita Tenuta Regaleali Le Rosé Sicilia IGT
This Sicilian rosé is a succulent and adventurous departure from the pale-pink mold. Bold red fruits mix with wet rock and mineral aromas. The palate is equally powerful, with lashings of tart wild strawberries. It’s affordable and you can find it everywhere; this is perfect pizza wine. Average price $14.
10. Hecht & Bannier Languedoc Rosé
Like eating strawberries on the beach, this wine smells of wild berries seasoned with a spray of sea water. The palate is crisp and acidic, but a rich fruit core softens its hard edges. Let the salty aromas guide your food pairing: This wine has seafood platter written all over it. Average price: $14.
9. Jean-Luc Colombo Cape Bleue Rosé
An affordable Provençal rosé that will take you on a journey, this wine starts with floral aromas followed by citrus fruit and honeydew melon. The palate enters with a refreshing burst of acidity and tart fruit, then transforms into a rounder, more full-bodied style. A splash of salinity gives a subtle yet lengthy finish. Average price: $12.
8. Gaia ’14-18 h’ Agiorgitiko Rosé
This rosé’s name references the time period that the pressed Agioritiko grapes spend in contact with the must prior to filtering and fermentation. The extended maceration lends a deep pink hue and extra punch to the palate. Fruity and complex, this is a wonderful rosé that meets the high standards we’ve come to expect from one of Greece’s finest producers. Average price: $11.
7. Long Meadow Ranch Rosé of Pinot Noir 2019
White flowers and honeysuckle lead the nose on this perfumed California rosé, followed by a sprinkle of lemon zest. The palate is rich and full of fruit, with notes of cherry, watermelon, and red berries. Bright, refreshing acidity will keep you coming back for sip after sip. Average price: $25.
6. Librandi Ciro Rosato 2019
Few will be familiar with Calabria’s native red variety Gaglioppo, but it’s time you became acquainted. The dark-skinned grape makes attractive, approachable rosés that over-deliver on a budget. This one is energetic, with notes of cherry hard candies, ripe peaches, and grapefruit zest. A fuller, more rounded style, this is great pizza wine. Average price: $15.
5. SeaGlass Rosé
When considering which rosé you should have on hand for every possible occasion, look no further than this bottle. Its red berry aromas are seasoned with a whiff of sea spray that whisks you off to the Monterey coast. The palate is simple and refreshing — straightforward in the best possible way. Average price: $11.
4. Copain Wines Les Voisins Rosé of Pinot Noir
This Mendocino County bottle is not just great rosé but a serious wine. Salted watermelon and toasted fennel seed aromas provide a concentrated, nuanced nose. The palate introduces a mix of sour cherries and underripe stone fruits. With well-incorporated tannins, this rosé has the structure to pair with thinly sliced grilled red meat. Average price: $32.
3. Planeta Rosé Sicilia DOC
Landing on the bolder end of the rosé spectrum, this Sicilian wine has intense aromas and dense, concentrated flavors. Strawberry and guava notes mix with crushed peach and a hint of savory green olives. This rosé will easily hold its own when paired with the bolder flavors of barbecued meats and spicy tacos. Average price: $16.
2. Adelaida Rosé 2019
Made from a handful of southern French varieties, this complex Paso Robles rosé drinks like a red wine. Fresh berries and stone fruit aromas are matched by dried, savory herbs on the nose. The palate is rich, vibrant, and well balanced. Decant this rosé and watch it evolve by the glass. Pair with flavorful roasted poultry, like duck breast or dark chicken meat. Average price: $28.
1. Château Peyrassol
A delightful reminder of what makes Provence rosé so popular, this wine ticks all the boxes. The nose is delicate but serves layers of white flowers, red fruit, and a sprinkle of savory spices. The palate is both bold and refreshing, with tangy fruit cut by a piercing jolt of acidity. Add a hint of wet rocks and a dusting of white pepper to the equation, and you’ve got yourself the best rosé of 2019. If you can’t find this exact bottle, the producer’s entire range is equally impressive and should be sought out. Average price: $35.
The article The 25 Best Rosé Wines of 2020 appeared first on VinePair.
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