Tasting Notes, May 25, 2024; Roses

                    Rose

2023 Koehler Ruprecht
Kabinett Trocken Rose

On Sale for $20
Kallstadt / Pfalz / Germany
100% Pinot Noir
Sourced from young vines (15 years old) this sprightly Rose spends a brief period on the skins prior to aging in large oak casks without malolactic fermentation. This small 25 acre domaine is dedicated mostly to the production of Riesling and Pinot Noir.
2023 LeosCuvee Augusta Rose
On Sale for $17.99
L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue / France
Mostly Grenache with Bourboulenc and Vermentino
A freshly styled Provence Rose, Leos is the result of a collaboration between French musician Patrick Bruel and winemaker Nicolas Jaboulet. The Grenache brings the fruit while the Bourboulenc and Vermentino bring body and acidity respectively.
2023 AmeztoiRubentis
On Sale for $20
Getariako / Txakolina / Spain
Hondarribi Zuri, Hondarribi Beltza
Created from a co-fermented blend of Hondarribi Zuri and Hondarribi Beltza, the prickly Rubentis offers all of the energy found in standard Txakoli embellished with fresh red fruit flavors. Ameztoi was one of the first producers to introduce the Rose style to the region and remains the benchmark for the category.
2023 Ostatu Rosado
On Sale for $16
Alavesa / Rioja / Spain
70% Tempranillo, 27% Garnacha, 3% Viura
Ostatu Rosado is fermented in stainless steel using only native yeasts. This is a modern style of Rioja Rosado with an emphasis on bright fruit and refreshing acid.
2023 Vajra Rosabella
On Sale for $17.99
Langhe / Piedmont / Italy
100% Nebbiolo
The Vajra family produces some of the best wines in Barolo. Their delightful Rosabella impresses with its vivacity and charm. This cuvee is produced using the saignee method.
2021 Mordoree La Dame Rousse
On Sale for $20
Tavel / Southern Rhone Valley / France
60% Grenache, 20% Cinsault, 20% Syrah
The 2021 Tavel from Mordoree is a prime example of just how well wines from the Rose-only appellation evolve with time in bottle. Powerful and aromatic, the Dame Rousse makes a nice partner for the grill.