12 September 2013 2012 Domaine Tempier Bandol Rosé

2012 Domaine Tempier Bandol Rosé

September 12, 2013 By

2012 Bandol RoseThe medium-bodied Rosé is crafted from hand-harvested grapes. It’s salmon in color and just pretty to look at. What’s in the bottle isn’t too shabby either.

This French Rosé has an intense floral nose with a bit of strawberry. It has incredible peaches and juicy, ripe cantaloupe flavors with bright acidity and a long pleasantly dry finish.

Can’t recall a better, more elegant Rosé.

Pairings: Just about anything would be great with this wine. Nice as an aperitif or paired with seafood, poultry, pork, etc….

Style: Rosé

Grape Type(s): 50% Mourvèdre, 28% Grenache, 20% Cinsault, 2% Carignan

Region: Provence, France

Price: $40

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22 August 2012 2011 Carrelot des Amants Côtes du Brulhois Rosé

2011 Carrelot des Amants Côtes du Brulhois Rosé

August 22, 2012 By

I had this wine in Quebec at an outdoor party and it was an ideal setting for it. Great as an aperitif on a warm summer day.

In the glass, it is a deep salmon color. The strawberry nose is light and mildly floral. In the mouth, the strawberry carries through with some raspberry and a nice level of acidity. Crisp and refreshing.

Pairings:  Salad, poached salmon, seafood pasta with a light sauce. Served as an aperitif.

Style: Rosé

Grape Type(s): Merlot 40%, Cabernet Franc 30%, Malbec 30%

Region: South-West Region, France

Price: $12

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