A Rose is a Rose is a Rose unless...


 unless it is a ROSE-AY!!!!

I know the Northeast is still in deep winter mode so keep enjoying those rich deep red wines but here in the Southeast Spring has sprung and that means it is time to begin to think about those chilled, fruity, crisp, dry and refreshing light red or dark pink wines to sip through the coming warm days.

Because these wines are made from red grapes they tend to be more fruity and light because they only sit with the grape skins for a few hours instead of many days. The most common grapes used are grenache, pinot noir, syrah and sangiovese but others can be used as well.  These grapes most often make dry wines while White Zinfandel that is made with red zinfandel grapes tends to be sweeter. Rose wines can go the full spectrum from very very sweet to absolutely bone dry.  The style of wine and the winemaker who makes it determines the place on the spectrum. 

For sure Rose wines have become much more popular. Just check out the "Rose" section at your local wine shop or grocery store to see for yourself.  The price is also reflective of the growing popularity.

Like most wines the alcohol content is usually between 11 and 14 percent.

So go ahead, experiment, and try something new. I think you'll be glad you did!
Cheers!

Comments

  1. AnonymousMarch 8, 2023 at 5:18 AM

    Enjoyed the wine info Jackie.It was fun to read and makes me want to go looking for for some dryer rose.

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