Our weekend wine tastings are on hiatus, but we will still be featuring select wines for discount! This week we are tasting a variety of Rosè. Scroll down to explore tasting notes, and purchase any of the wines featured this weekend for 10% off retail pricing.
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Villa Wolf Pinot Noir Rosé 2019
Origin: Germany
Retail: $14.95 | Sale: $13.45
The Pfalz is a very warm and sunny region, often called the “Tuscany of Germany”. This Rosé is made with fruit from vineyards farmed expressly for the purpose of producing a true rosé (called Weissherbst in German). Only perfectly ripe, healthy grapes are selected. Upon harvest the fruit is given a brief maceration to extract a lovely color from the Pinot Noir grapes. This easy-drinking Pinot Noir rosé offers pleasant notes of watermelon, red cherry and a hint of smoky mineral. Raspberry and red cherry flavors are framed by refreshing acidity.
100% Pinot Noir
J. Mourat Fiefs Vendeens Mareuil Rosé 2019
Origin: France
Retail: $16.95 | Sale: $15.25
J.Mourat is located at the western end of the Loire region, where the soils are predominantly volcanic and the climate moderated by maritime breezes. Since 2000, this estate has been converting to organic farming. After discovering an ancient bottle in their cellar, they had it reproduced exclusively for their wine. Before the standardization of bottle shapes in the modern era, this Romanesque shape was the typical bottle shape
for wines of this region. Notes of grapefruit, peach, limes, and a stony minerality welcome you into the glass. The palate is well balanced and crisp with flavors of ripe strawberries, tart cranberries and pomegranate.
40% Pinot Noir | 20% Gamay | 40% Cabernet Franc
Jean Reverdy Sancerre Rose 2019
Origin: France
Retail: $23.95 | Sale: $21.55
This Domaine is located in Verdigny, one of the top villages in Sancerre. It dates back to 1650 and has been in the family for about 10 generations. Delicate aromas of roses and orange blossom transform into subtle
gooseberry and peach blossoms on the nose. The palate is crisp, lean and elegant, but the flavors are quite persistent with cherry, black currant, apricot and red currant aromas. The mineral-laden yet creamy palate pairs well with poultry and spicy food. This Pinot Noir rose from Sancerre is a consistent winner year to year.
Pinot Noir | Sustainable
Castello di Bossi Rosato Toscana 2019
Origin: Italy
Retail: $19.95 | Sale: $17.95
Castello di Bossi is located in the southern half of the Chianti Classico production zone. Thier Rosato is sourced from the Corbaia vineyard, which was planted more than 40 years ago to 70% Sangiovese and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. Pale salmon in color, Castello di Bossi Rosato bears resemblance to the rosé wines of southern France. On the nose, however, it immediately asserts its Italian heritage with aromas of dusty earth and Mediterranean herbs layed over fresh cherries and tart cranberry. On the palate, this wine shows a defined structure with bright acidity and brilliant depth of flavor. The finish is long and balanced.
70% Sangiovese | 30% Cabernet Sauvignon | Organic
Glen Manor Vineyards Morales Rosé 2019
Origin: Virginia
Retail: $19.95 | Sale: $17.95
Named for José Morales and his family, who alongside the White family have worked at Glen Manor's vineyard since its establishment. This rosé is made by blending grapes grown specifically for it, along with juice bled off from the reds during the beginning of the maceration period. While skin contact time and varietal blend change from year to year, it is always a blend of the red grapes grown on the estate. The result is a light, dry rosé ideal for charcuterie and summer meals and is intended to be enjoyed with the freshness of warm seasons.
65% Cabernet Franc | 18% Petit Verdot | 17% Merlot
Domaine de la Begude Bandol Rosé 2017
Origin: France
Retail: $31.95 | Sale: $28.75
Domaine de La Bégude was founded in 1996 by brothers Guillaume and Louis Tari. Today the estate is run by Guillaume and his wife Soledad. Guillaume is winemaker for the estate, as well as the president of the Bandol AOC.The vineyard is situated at the top of the Bandol appellation overlooking the Mediterranean sea. This is a rich style of rosé, due to the high proportion of Mourvèdre in the blend and to the warm exposure of the vineyard. But it is balanced, the rich red fruits easily cut with acidity and with a touch of minerality. It traditionally pairs well with fish, seafood, white meat and provencal dishes. It is also excellent with cheese and "international cuisine", spicy Indian, Chinese, Thai, Japanese cuisine.
70% Mourvedre, 20% Cinsault, 10% Grenache
Cune Rosado Rioja 2019
Origin: Spain
Retail: $19.95 | Sale: $17.95
CVNE is one of the most renowned and historic bodegas in all of Spain. Founded in 1879 by the Real de Asúa brothers, Eusebio and Raimundo, the company has been an integral part of the Rioja region’s ascendance in the world of fine wine. This rose has a vibrant aroma of ripe fruits such as strawberries, red currants, and mulberries. On the palate, the wine is fresh showing acidity and good length. Tempranillo’s classic aroma of liquorice appears on the finish.
100% Tempranillo Sustainable
Cleto Chiarli Vecchia Modena Lambrusco di Sorbara NV
Origin: Italy
Retail: $18.95 | Sale: $17.05
This dry Lambrusco is super refreshing, with notes of citrus, red cherry, and strawberry fruit. The finish is tart and bright, like perfectly balanced lemonade, washing the palate with each and every sip. In fact, the most difficult thing about this wine may be opening it, since instead of a traditional cage there is a metal clamp over the cork (just insert the knife of your wine key between the clamp and the cork and twist away from you in order to pry it off). A classic pizza pairing!
100% Lambrusco Di Sorbara
Lustau Vermut Rosé
Origin: Spain
Retail: $25.95 | Sale: $23.55
Attractive and delicate pink orange colour with coppery reflections. Floral and herbaceous notes mingle with fruity and spiced scents on the nose. Wild strawberry, orange blossom and patisserie aromas with a subtle nutty background come through. On the palate, the spiced and herbaceous notes are followed by a comforting sweetness that leaves a delicious silky sensation. Pour Lustau Vermut Rosé with your favourite tonic water and add a slice of pink grapefruit for a refreshing spritz!