Category: $15 – $25

Rosegraphite Rosé 2017

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Rosegraphite
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $16.99

Tasting Notes: All zest and raspberry here, this rosé has some power to it. The initial flavors of red fruits subside to a citrus laser-like acidity that just so happens to be clean and refreshing. They might have a modern label but this is a classic Provence — fun wine.
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Lyanne de Provence Rosé 2017

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Lyanne de Provence
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $24

Tasting Notes: Inviting aromas reveal new complexities every time you revisit the glass . . . unfolding into melon, then peach, then a pink grapefruit note. The palate is bone dry, yet carries nice weight and a creamy roundness that precisely balances the minerality and tension through the middle. Delicious.
Lyanne de Provence Rosé 2017

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Domaine Maby La Forcadierer Rosé 2016

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Domaine Maby
Fanciful Name: La Forcadierer
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $17.95

Tasting Notes: A fastidiously made organic wine. Longer skin contact produces a deep crimson hue. Black and white grenache, cinsault and syrah are beautifully blended to produce a full, rich palate that can handle a platter of roast beef.
Domaine Maby La Forcadierer Rosé 2016

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Clos Pegase Rosé 2017

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Clos Pegase
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $24.99

Tasting Notes: Rich color hints at the complexity of a pinot noir, cab, sauvignon blanc, and sangiovese blend that delivers great complexity. Sourced from three prime sub-AVA sites in the valley. A touch of plum and licorice round out the flavor profile. 100% stainless, utilizing two different styles of winemaking, then aged for four months in tank.
Clos Pegase Rosé 2017

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Balletto Estate Rose of Pinot Noir Pinot Noir 2017

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Balletto Estate
Fanciful Name: Rose of Pinot Noir
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Russian River Valley
Retail Price: $22.99

Tasting Notes: This medium-bodied, luscious wine is impressive in its combination of crisp red fruit, cranberries, pomegranate flavors alongside a smattering of orange zest. The smooth texture, savory notes displayed on the mid-palate, present a balanced, focused wine. It lingers on the palate with snappy acidity and a pleasant finish. Complex, impressive and delicious are the words that come to mind. Seek it out, as it will enhance any meal or gathering.
Balletto Estate Rose of Pinot Noir Pinot Noir 2017

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Willamette Valley Vineyards Whole Cluster Pinot Noir 2017

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Willamette Valley Vineyards
Fanciful Name: Whole Cluster
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: Oregon
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: This dry rosé wine is actually made from free-run juice from crushing whole clusters of pinot noir grapes. It delivers bright acidity and soft, subtle aromas of cranberry, watermelon, raspberries and strawberries, and exhibits a terrific minerality. Balanced and very enjoyable when paired with salads, poultry or grilled foods.
Willamette Valley Vineyards Whole Cluster Pinot Noir 2017

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Montaribaldi Sigiuja Rosato Nebbiolo 2016

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Montaribaldi Sigiuja Rosato
Varietal: Nebbiolo
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Piedmont
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Much darker in the glass then most, almost ruby-red grapefruit in color. Made from nebbiolo, this is tight when first released. A year later and this wine has released some great dark berry and plum notes. Bone dry and rich lasting finish make this perfect for a chilly spring day.
Montaribaldi Sigiuja Rosato Nebbiolo 2016

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Miro Cellars Chevalier Vineyard Grenache Rosé 2017

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Miro Cellars Chevalier Vineyard
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Mendocino
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: This wine is from a one-acre grenache vineyard planted specifically for this rosé. The winemaker chose to use no oak, minimal skin contact and long, cold fermentation to develop and preserve the classic flavors of rosé. Brilliant light ruby in color, this dry grenache rosé has notes of ripe strawberry, orange, hibiscus and sometimes with a hint of allspice on the finish. Lively acidity brings this wine into the "easy to drink a bottle" category and needs a sunshine-filled day to enjoy.
Miro Cellars Chevalier Vineyard Grenache Rosé 2017

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Gruet Brut Rosé Sparkling

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Gruet Brut Rosé
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: New Mexico
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: 100% pinot noir. A winner every time. Makes every meal or occasion a sensation. Delicate aroma and flavor of wild strawberry and a long, elegant finish. Great with ham and turkey or just by itself.
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Halter Ranch Rosé 2016

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Halter Ranch
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $24

Tasting Notes: One of the best rosés I have tasted in the last few years. Completely untraditional style for California. I love the edition of the picpoul blanc grape. Pours a darker pink with an orange hue. This wine offers a nice minerality and is layered with both citrus and fresh strawberry. Great complexity with a lasting finish.
Halter Ranch Rosé 2016

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Casas del Bosque Gran Reserva Pinot Noir

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Casas del Bosque
Fanciful Name: Gran Reserva
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Casablanca Valley
Retail Price: $17.95

Tasting Notes: Sourced from some of the highest elevations in Casablanca, this cool, austere pinot overdelivers. Much like a pommard, it is driven by minerals and dark fruit. Try it with grilled salmon.
Casas del Bosque Gran Reserva Pinot Noir

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A to Z Pinot Noir

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A to Z
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Oregon
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $20

Tasting Notes: Complex flavors of cherry, cranberry and currant with ripe, juicy spice and tannins. Nice long finish.
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