Pretty in Pink

Sweet or dry, sparkling or still, Rosé signals summertime with a delicious bouquet of floral and fruity notes.

As with all wines, Rosé starts as a clear juice but unlike red wines, the skins are only left in the juice long enough to give these well-loved wines their beautiful pink hue.

Any red varietals can be used to craft Rosé, but the most popular are Grenache, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese and Syrah. In France, Cinsault, Grenache and Carignan are some of the founding Rosé varietals.

Medium-Bodied & Refreshing Rosés

Mouth-watering wines that are great with food or sipping on their own.

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Fleur de Mer Rosé V22 750ML

Invitingly flavorful and refreshingly crisp, 2022 Fleur de Mer Rosé captures the serene artistry of Provence’s idyllic, sun-washed coastal shores and fragrant, floral hillsides. This versatile, food-friendly Rosé opens with generously aromatic notes of white peach, strawberry and melon. In classic Provençal style, notes of raspberry, cherry and apple layer on the bright palate with nectarine, citrus and a subtle touch of honeysuckle. Hints of sea spray and minerality add balance and attractive texture before a delightfully crisp finish. Enjoy Fleur de Mer on its own or alongside creamy goat cheeses, green salads, sushi or fresh seafood dishes, citrus or herb-roasted chicken or a charcuterie board. Viticulture Notes The world’s best-known region for Rosé, AOP Côtes de Provence enjoys a refreshing Mediterranean climate of warm days and cool, brisk nights. Here, vine roots plunge deep below the dry clay soils and limestone gravel, called gravoches, to reach water. Vintage 2022 was outstanding, delivering concentrated, high-quality fruit. An ideal dry spring resulted in a wonderful fruit set, followed by a warm, dry growing season. Careful canopy management allowed clusters to develop bright, expressive flavors, intense aromatics and the crisp structure of Provençal Rosé. Winemaking Notes The grapes selected for our 2022 Fleur de Mer Rosé were harvested at ideal maturity, ensuring layered flavors and delicate structure. Grapes were picked in the cool early morning hours to preserve aromas and acidity, then crushed, immediately pressed and cold settled to maintain the bright, concentrated fruit characteristics and attractive pale-coral hue. Lots were fermented in cool, temperature-controlled tanks. Winemaker Florian Lacroux selected Cinsault, Grenache and Carignan to form the core of the blend, supported by other extraordinary Provençal grapes in a beautifully harmonious, layered Rosé wine.

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J Brut Rosé 750ML

J Brut Rosé opens with layered characteristics of ripe raspberries, rose petals and a savory note of slivered almonds. The palate is elegant and flavorful, with notes of fresh mandarin orange, roasted strawberries and crème fraîche. Lively acidity and steely minerality frame a crisp, lingering finish. Pair this elegant sparkling rosé with traditional Spanish seafood paella, salmon tartare or camembert with candied kumquats and lavender almonds.

Maison No. 9 Rosé IGP Mediterranee V22 750ML

Intense and inviting aromas of freshly-picked fruit, strolling through a flower garden. Scents of ripe pineapple, fresh pear and strawberry meet hints of sweet French confections. From the first taste it is zippy, fresh and crisp across the tongue. The beautiful acidity is met by fresh, red and tropical fruits that balance with a clean finish. This dry, classic Rosé is wonderfully balanced.

La Marca Prosecco Rosé V23 750ML

Shining from the first toast to the last sip, our playful pop of pink offers an effervescent new way to enjoy Rosé. Offering the bright, crisp fruit and floral essence of our traditional Prosecco with the delicate elegance of Pinot Noir, La Marca Prosecco Rosé sparkles with our classic notes of fresh-picked citrus, honeysuckle, peach and pear, blending with hints of ripe red cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry. Refreshing and zesty, this bubbly is perfect for both lively soirées and spontaneous celebrations.

Apothic Rosé V22 750ML

Apothic crafts true originals, beginning with rich, bold red wines that launched a daring legacy. Visionary Winemaker Deb Juergenson and her team challenges convention with a portfolio of intriguing blends, daring varietals and limited-edition seasonal releases. Wonder what’s next? Just watch. You won’t be disappointed. About the Wine Our 2022 Apothic Rosé offers the lightness of rose petals with the boldness of sun-ripened red fruit notes. Aromas of wild strawberry, watermelon and white peach hint open in the glass before revealing layers of strawberry, cherry and red plum. The floral and citrus notes linger, leading to a deliciously smooth mouthfeel with a refreshingly clean finish and a dollop of honey. Viticulture Notes The 2022 growing season was very similar to the previous vintage, with a dry winter and spring. Summer heat accelerated sugar accumulation in white grape varieties and led to an early harvest. The grapes for white wine came in with ideal acidity and concentrated flavor characteristics. Winemaking Notes We predominantly harvest the grapes for this blend at night. This allows us to preserve both bright fruit components and helps to limit color extraction. The grapes were given a gentle whole-cluster pressing and fermented at cool temperatures to preserve the delicate flavors and aromas. To help develop that lovely soft mouthfeel, a small portion of the wine underwent malolactic fermentation. The wine was kept cool until blending to maintain a perfect balance of acid and fruit.

FAQs

1. How does Rosé get its color and why are some paler than others?
From the sun-drenched vineyards of California to the floral hillsides of Provence, Rosé gets its pink color from the length of time it spends fermenting with grape skins.

2. Which Rosé wines are the best to drink?
Our Rosé wines run the gamut of sparkling to still, dry to sweet. If you prefer a sweet wine, see answer to Question 2 below. For Rosé wines on the dry side, Fleur de Mer Rosé offers a classic Provençal style. If you’re seeking sparkling Rosé, the 94 Point J Vineyards Brut Rosé, is deeply nuanced and aromatic.

3. Which Rosé should I drink if I want something slightly sweet?
With layers of strawberry, cherry and red plum, Apothic Rosé has a deliciously smooth mouthfeel with a refreshingly clean finish and a dollop of honey

4. Can I cook with Rosé?
When cooking, Rosé is a perfectly good alternative to red or white wines. Substitute a deep pink-hued Rosé for red in tomato-based sauces or a light pink Rosé for white wine in a vegetable stew. The Rosé will add the acidity and aromatics you desire from the dish.

5. Do I need a special glass?
To best enjoy the aromas and flavors of your Rosé, choose a tapered glass with the widest part at mid-bowl as opposed to the base.

6. When do I drink Rosé?
Rosé has been dubbed “the summertime wine” for its crisp, refreshing, floral and fruity notes, and we agree! The sun shining on a glass of Rosé while you lounge on the porch or poolside? It’s a beautiful thing.