Category: Four Stars (86-91)

Gruet Brut Rosé NV Sparkling

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Gruet Brut Rosé NV
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: New Mexico
Retail Price: $17

Tasting Notes: Tradition champagne style from all pinot noir grapes. Orange/pink in color with fine to medium bubbles. Aromas of strawberry are prevalent. The taste is of much darker berry notes. Balanced acidity with a touch of citrus zest. Prolonged dry finish make this a steal. 
Gruet Brut Rosé NV Sparkling

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Vivanco Rosé 2016

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Vivanco
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Spain
Retail Price: $12

Tasting Notes: A lush blend of tempranillo and garnacha. Brillant deep pink, with hints of cherry and raspberry. A real buy which pairs with just about everything.
Vivanco Rosé 2016

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Boschendal The Rose Garden Rosé 2017

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Boschendal
Fanciful Name: The Rose Garden
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: South Africa
Appellation: Western Cape
Retail Price: $14

Tasting Notes: Raspberry, cranberry and red cherry aromas are the hallmarks of this delicate rosé, with wild berry flavors on the palate and a hint of spice adding complexity to the finely textured finish.
Boschendal The Rose Garden Rosé 2017

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Banshee Rosé 2017

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Banshee
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Mendocino
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: A strong bouquet of watermelon opens to a juicy, focused palate of strawberry and watermelon with a finish that lingers.
Banshee Rosé 2017

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Chevalier de Lafoux Sainte Anne Rosé 2017

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Chevalier de Lafoux Sainte Anne
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: The bright zesty mouth-feel and energetic texture are evident in this classic Provence rosé. Subtle strawberry and peach on the nose and palate are restrained and elegant — especially on the finish.
Chevalier de Lafoux Sainte Anne Rosé 2017

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Rare Vineyards 2017

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Rare Vineyards
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $13

Tasting Notes: Quite a remarkable value. Light on its feet with nice tension and super-fresh bright-red berry flavors. Lingers clean and long.
Rare Vineyards 2017

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Ripaille Rosé Provence Rosé 2017

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Ripaille Rosé Provence
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $18

Tasting Notes: The pale rose color leads to hints of white flowers on the nose. The palate is vivid and quite complex with strawberry, peach and an underlying salinity we love. Really nice grip and texture across the mid-palate. Very nicely done.
Ripaille Rosé Provence Rosé 2017

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Aroma Rosé 2017

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Aroma
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: Chile
Retail Price: $5

Tasting Notes: 100% Syrah. Great value for the picnic crowd. Crisp, clean - especially good with appetizers.
Aroma Rosé 2017

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Chapelle St Victor Rosé 2017

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Chapelle St Victor
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence
Retail Price: $18

Tasting Notes: Beautifully crafted and refreshingly crisp, bright and juicy. The palate is nicely dry with strawberry, peach, sea breeze and spice notes that are fresh, fresh, fresh. This vintage shows remarkable freshness and complexity.
Chapelle St Victor Rosé 2017

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Alexander Valley Vineyards Rosé of Sangiovese Rosé 2017

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Alexander Valley Vineyards
Fanciful Name: Rosé of Sangiovese
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Retail Price: $16.99

Tasting Notes: 100% Sangiovese moves this great example into the decidedly dry category. One of the early proponents for Stelvin — sure makes it easy for those weekend spring picnics. All stainless-steel fermentation. Clean, crisp, with great acidity. Balanced fruit aromas finish with a hint of minerality.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Rosé of Sangiovese Rosé 2017

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Essentially Geared Rosé

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Essentially Geared
Varietal: Rosé
Country of Origin: California
Retail Price: $5.99

Tasting Notes: This canned rosé screams pool party! This medium-bodied rosé is thirst-quenching and refreshing. Lots of bright red fruits and nice acidity. 375-ml can.
Essentially Geared Rosé

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Tendance Caladoc Rosé 2017

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Tendance Caladoc Rosé
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: The nose and palate both are laced with peach and strawberry notes. More complex fruit notes than your standard Provence wine, this Caladoc crossing of Grenache and Malbec) is a bright, elegant approachable rose.
Tendance Caladoc Rosé 2017

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