Definitely on the sturdier end of rosé, this is Tannat with a spoonful of Cabernet Sauvignon. At least that’s what it says on the back label – the link below says 100% Tannat… Argi d’Ansa, Irouléguy Rosé 2013, South West France (£9 Exel Wines) We’re not far off red wine […]
wine
A blend of Shiraz, Mourvèdre and Merlot The River Garden Rosé by Lourensford 2013, Western Cape, South Africa (£8.20 Cheers Wines Merchants, BJR Hanby, Luvians, The Leamington Wine Company, Beaconsfield Wine Cellars, winedirect.co.uk) Only 12.5% alcohol, but quite full in flavour, with some spice alongside the strawberry cordial flavour, finishes […]
The River Garden Rosé by Lourensford 2013, Western Cape, South ...
Classy young rosé made from Grenache and Syrah, plus a spoonful or two of Vermentino Mirabeau Pure Rosé Côtes de Provence 2013, France (~£13 mirabeauwine.com) Pale and interesting, this combines gentle ripe strawberry flavours with crisper notes such as red apple, citrus and cranberry, then adds in some of the […]
Mirabeau Pure Rosé Côtes de Provence 2013, France
A tasty rosé, but if I’d had my eyes closed, I’d have said it were white… Plaimont Producteurs ‘Les Bastions’ Saint Mont Rosé 2013, South West France (£6.99 Adnams Cellar & Kitchen) Has some of that herby fennel and stewed apple flavour that I associate with the whites of this […]
Plaimont Producteurs ‘Les Bastions’ Saint Mont Rosé 2013, South West ...
A familiar grape + an unfamiliar grape David Maître Vigneron Syrah/Braucol Côtes de Tarn Rosé 2013, South West France (£9 Exel Wines) Vigorous youngster, lovely aromas and flavours of just-cooked strawberries, but there’s also some green apple freshness, hints of spice and sand (that flavour you get when you drop […]
David Maître Vigneron Syrah/Braucol Côtes de Tarn Rosé 2013, South ...
On the richer side of rosé, but none the worse for that. Cune Rioja Rosado 2012, Spain (£9.49 Majestic, Dunedin Wines, Refreshers, Ellies Cellars, Hailsham Cellars, Fountainhall Wines, winedirect.co.uk) Deep strawberry pink in colour, and maintains the red berry theme with juicy fruit (fresh and slightly cooked), with notes of […]