Category: Four Stars (86-91)

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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Apothic Rosé 2017

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Apothic
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: California
Retail Price: $12

Tasting Notes: A blend of grenache, tempranillo, pinot noir, sangiovese and “other varietals.” This will take the white zin drinker a step up. A tad bit fruitier than other roses, with concentrated raspberry and strawberry attributes. Creamy finish makes it super easy to enjoy.
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Banfi Centine Rosé 2016

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Banfi
Fanciful Name: Centine
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Tuscany
Retail Price: $10

Tasting Notes: A blend of sangiovese, merlot and cabernet. Medium bodies and packed with lots of rich, succulent strawberry aromas and flavor. Nice crisp finish. Try it with a nice bowl of pasta with shrimp.
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Domaine de la Piegonne Rosé 2017

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Domaine de la Piegonne
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: Round and refreshing with crisp acidity, notes of strawberry and a touch of honey highlight this Rhone rosé. The approachability and bright fruit make this a great choice for people who generally pick up the Provence rosés.
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Estandon Rosé 2016

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Estandon
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: France
Retail Price: $14.95

Tasting Notes: Produced near Aix, this is one of the prettiest rosés on the market. Perfect salmon color, beautiful mineral and fruit balance with a mélange of pear, peach and strawberry. Grilled seafood and goat cheese just sparkle with this wine.
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Apaltagua Carmenere Rosé 2017

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Apaltagua Carmenere Rosé
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Maule Valley
Retail Price: $13

Tasting Notes: Brilliant pink hue with perfumed aromas of freshly picked red berries, rose petals, and hints of citrus. Fresh and dry, with a medium-bodied finish.
Apaltagua Carmenere Rosé 2017

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Brancott Estate Letter Series Pinot Noir

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Brancott Estate
Fanciful Name: Letter Series
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $32

Tasting Notes: Intense Ruby red, with purple notes. Lots of spicy black fruit on the nose, followed by a palate dominated by more of the same spice notes, and dark fruit. Great texture and a balanced finish make for a complete and well-produced wine.
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Mas La Cheveliere Pinot Noir

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Mas La Cheveliere
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: IGP Pays d'Oc
Retail Price: $12.95

Tasting Notes: Made by the LaRoche folks of Chablis, their ultra-modern winery in Beziers, France, is light, fragrant and delicious pinot. High marks for the cost. An every-day winner.
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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.
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Beringer Founder’s Estate Pinot Noir

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Beringer
Fanciful Name: Founder's Estate
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: California
Retail Price: $10

Tasting Notes: Affordable introduction to pinot noir. Well balanced — lots of ripe, juicy fruit — easy to sip. Great with grilled salmon or your favorite meatloaf.
Beringer Founder’s Estate 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.
A to Z Pinot Noir

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Domaine Loubejac Pinot Noir

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Domaine Loubejac
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Oregon
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Opening with an outstanding bouquet of rose petal, cherry and raspberry. Zesty and medium-bodied on the palate, it displays a savory flavor and long finish.
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