Feb 2015
Rose - Get pinked!
February, 2015 Filed in: Wine varieties
Rosé is French for pink and therefore Rosé is the name applied to all European wines of this style. But, here is a shocker, Rosé are typically made from red wines. However, for red wines the juice is left in contact with the grape skins during the whole fermentation process. For Rosé wines the juice is drained off the skins after 2 to 3 days and the fermentation continues in another vessel. This is why the wine has a pink hue and not the body and character of red wines. Also Rosé wines are less in alcohol and will often be slightly off dry, but with lots of fruit characteristics, fruity aromas, lively acidity and perfumy. However Rosés are not as sweet as typical California Blushes or White Zinfandels.
What must be understood is how these very popular wines are consumed. They are chilled to exaggerate the fruit tastes and served before dinner, or with appetizers. They are very refreshing and crisp and make for excellent patio wine before switching to a bolder red to accompany those burgers or steak from the BBQ. Having said that Rosé is perfect with BBQ’d salmon, especially with freshly squeezed lemon. We strongly encourage you to make one of these gems and enjoy it this summer.
What must be understood is how these very popular wines are consumed. They are chilled to exaggerate the fruit tastes and served before dinner, or with appetizers. They are very refreshing and crisp and make for excellent patio wine before switching to a bolder red to accompany those burgers or steak from the BBQ. Having said that Rosé is perfect with BBQ’d salmon, especially with freshly squeezed lemon. We strongly encourage you to make one of these gems and enjoy it this summer.