Dry Rosé Blend

Ridge Vineyards

Lytton Springs Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Blend 2022

Day 1 of this year's Smallmouth Smackdown has begun. After 7 hours on the boat, and a dozen bass, it's time to crack into some libations (had a few PBR's on the boat).
This is a lush Zin. Concentrated fruit, but savory and chewy. Blackberry, blood orange, cigar box, and enough structure to age much longer. This is my 3rd Ridge Zin, and I'd have to say I still favor the Pagani Ranch.
Listening to Chris Stapleton
— 2 days ago

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Doug Powers

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@Dave, bravo my man!! The other advice you received is also great!! I think Pagani vs. Lytton Springs vs. Geyserville vs. any other Ridge Zin is often vintage, since they’re all blends!! (In fact, Geyserville never (mostly?) never says Zinfandel on the label since it very rarely (never?) is at least 75% Zinfandel, which is the CA requirement for varietal name on the label.
Dave

Dave

Thanks for the education! @Doug Powers

Fleur de Mer

Côtes de Provence Rosé Blend

Pretty reliable bottle — 25 days ago

Dom Pérignon

Brut Rosé Champagne 1988

jesus g
9.7

been a minute — 2 months ago

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Jay Kline

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Curious if it needed some time to open up. The 1990 Bolly Rosé Grand Année I had last year needed to decant for about 30min and then it was bangin.

Domaine Tempier

Bandol Rosé Blend 2022

Ming L
9.1

Aromas of strawberry, pomelo, watermelon, rose petal, sea breeze, and hint of thyme. The palate adds additional red berries, citrus, and faint earthy notes. Medium body that is nicely textured. Fresh yet round acidity. There is off-dry sensation on the otherwise slightly savory medium finish.

Lovely but pricy rose.
— 11 days ago

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Somm David T

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I would say in many cases, the gold standard for Provence rosés. A property my wife & I visited in 2015.
Ming L

Ming L

That must be a great visit @Somm David T ! What do you think of Domaine Ott?
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Solid producer.

Billecart-Salmon

Brut Rosé Champagne Chardonnay Blend

Very nice sipping wine. Fruit forward with a slightly sweet finish. — 14 days ago

Dry Creek Vineyard

The Mariner Dry Creek Valley Meritage Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2021

Aromas of ripe red fruits. Smooth and balanced on the palate. Rich and decadent in the finish. The Mariner never disappoints! — a month ago

André Clouet

Rosé No.3 Brut Champagne Blend

Rose nr 3 | magnum — 6 days ago

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Maison Saint Aix

Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence Rosé Blend 2024

A truly delicious rose. I am surprised its rating is low. — a month ago

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

Very nice Rose

Paul Bara

Grand Cru Brut Rosé Champagne

A small portion of Pinot Noir (which makes up approximately 80% of the blend) still wine is added for color; the balance is Chardonnay. Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of an hour. The Grand Rosé pours a pretty pink color with a persistent mousse. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of raspberry, red apple, a mix of orchard citrus fruit, marzipan, a hint of brioche and lovely minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+ and round. Very easy to like. Drink now. Disgorged February of 2025. — 2 months ago

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Tom Casagrande

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Heard his brother Capy Bara is very laid back.
Jay Kline

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@Tom Casagrande lol, and great swimmer!