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 |
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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 |
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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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*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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