Every Rosé Has Its Thorn
23 Jun
In the United States, Rosé’s thorn has been White Zinfandel. Unfortunately, Sutter Home ruined the Rosé style of wine by introducing white Zinfandel (which curiously isn’t white) to the U. S. market, in the 1970′s. According to the Wine Business Insider, white Zinfandel still accounts for a shocking 10% of wine sales in the U.S. Well, erase white Zin from your mind because that is the last time it will be mentioned on this blog.
Most true Rosé is dry and if tasted blind, would more likely be confused with a red wine than a sweet white. It’s the perfect start to any summer picnic or barbecue and a great alternative to a Sauvignon Blanc. Rosé is made by leaving the skins in contact with the grapes (in the case Grenache and Syrah for a few days so they impart the beautiful pink color and light tannin. It’s literally half way between a white and red wine. Wildly popular in France, Rosé is beginning to grow in popularity in the U.S. Whether you are a long time Rosé drinker or this is your first experience, Chateau Mas Guiot is a great place to start.
Chateau Mas Guiot Rosé from the Rhone Valley, is a dry, fresh wine with a beautiful deep pink/ruby color with a hint of orange. It’s rich and full bodied with a crisp, lingering finish.
At $7.99, this Rhone Rosé is an incredible value. Buy it for your next barbecue and show your friends what real pink wine is all about!
