vintage: 2017

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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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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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.
Rosegraphite Rosé 2017

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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.
Apothic Rosé 2017

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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.
Domaine de la Piegonne Rosé 2017

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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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Butternut Rosé 2017

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Butternut
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Central Coast
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: Sweet scents of watermelon, citrus and pale floral notes fill the air. On the palate, an array of strawberry and grapefruit entwine to deliver a crisp, acidic finish.
Butternut Rosé 2017

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