I prefer new vintages when it comes to Rosés, but this French pink surprised me. This full-bodied wine tastes of ripe red fruit, yet it doesn’t have a sweet aftertaste. Elegant notes of strawberry, raspberry, and cherry are nicely balanced by subtle citrus notes. Irresistible on its own as a summertime quaffer, it’s also a good choice with shellfish with mignonette-type sauces or with light, creamy brie or camembert cheese. A very good buy at BevMo!, it’s only $13.99 retail.
This article appears in Jun 14-21, 2012.