Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage of this interesting Sicilian rose’. Dark fuchsia color with orange and copper highlights. Aromas of ripe red berries, rose petals and orange zest. There is also a bit of a funky/sour aroma that quickly blows off. Flavors of sour cherry and strawberry fruit, blood orange and minerals. Long and crisp finish with a creamy texture. Zippy acidity and well balanced. Bold and quite food friendly. — 8 days ago

Jay Kline

9.3

Foillard’s “Cuvée Corcelette” comes from the eponymous climate in Morgan where Jean’s holdings include vines over 80 years of age. This is a stunning wine that is so Foillard in style: fresh and deep.

Popped and poured; enjoyed over two days. Consistent over both days but seemed to round out a little more on Day 2. The wine pours a deep, hazy ruby with a near opaque core and an almost fuchsia rim; medium viscosity with light staining of the tears and some signs of sediment. On the nose, the wine is developing with sensational notes of macerated raspberries, red flowers, carrot juice, celery root, chanterelles, granitic earth and minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+ and so easy to love. Super balanced. Drink now and over the next 10+ years. — 2 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

This is a completely organic and vegan Spanish Rose’ blend of Bobal (80%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (20%). Nice light pink color with some fuchsia highlights. Very fragrant with notes of ripe strawberries and white flowers. Fresh on the pallet featuring strawberries, melon and wet gravel. Just a hint of citrus on the finish. Bone dry with plenty of acidity and a bit of heft. Interesting blend of varietals and outstanding QPR! Thank you for sharing, Kase! — 3 years ago

Jay Kline

9.2

From 375mL. The “Rosé de Saignée” pours almost a fuchsia color with a transparent core and a persistent mousse. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of ripe strawberry, raspberry, red apple and chalky minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry with low tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+. Round and rustic in style. Lovely. Drink now. Disgorged February of 2023 — 24 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Blend of Gamay (50%) and Pinot Noir (50%). Lovely light fuchsia color. Aromas and flavors of strawberry, raspberry, watermelon, red flowers and dried mushrooms. Nice mineral-laden and earthy (but a bit short) finish. Mouth watering acidity. Light, crisp and bone dry. Best with food. — 2 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Bright fuchsia color. Aromas and flavors of red cherry/raspberry, rose petals and watermelon. Just a touch of sweet spices on the clean and bright finish. Medium-minus body, crisp acidity and nicely balanced. Wonderful mouthfeel. Refreshing! — 2 years ago

David Lee

9.0

Intense perfumed nose. Roses and raspberries. Inky fuchsia appearance. Rustic. Light medium bodied, tart berries, sharp tannins and racy acidity. Long herbal finish. — 4 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Rose’ blend of Tempranillo (50%), Garnacha (30%), Albillo (10%) and Viura (10%). Salmon pink/light fuchsia color. Aromas of peaches, white blossoms and red berries. Flavors of red cherry, peach and tropical fruits. Medium intensity and silky/creamy texture (lees aging?). Well balanced acidity and very refreshing. As the wine took in more air, the more the Tempranillo showed through. Thanks for sharing, Kase! — 8 months ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Blend of Grenache (48%), Cinsault (32%), Grenache Blanc (4%), Syrah (3%), Clairette (3%), Mourvèdre (3%), Carignan (3%), Picpoul (2%) and Bourboulac (2%). Beautiful deep fuchsia color. Aromas of red cherry/berry fruit, bramble vines and minerals. Bright red strawberry/cherry/raspberry fruit leads the palate with pleasant additions of citrus, minerals and watermelon. Nicely balanced acidity and bright/clean (and long) finish. Refreshing. Pleasant surprise. — 2 years ago

Jay Kline

9.3

Popped and poured; enjoyed over three days. Delicious on Day 1; sensational on Day 3. In the glass, the 2021 “Vesprée” pours a stunning blood orange color nearing a brilliant fuchsia at the core, which is transparent. Medium viscosity. On the nose, the wine is developing with fascinating notes of strawberry, kiwi, those glazed candied citrus slices you see in the European sweet shops, rose water, and wet stone. On the palate, the wine is dry with low tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose with the addition of red plums. Juicy. There’s a long mineral finish and a killer texture. Wow…this is easily the most exciting rosé that I’ve had since the Tondonia Rosado. But while the Tondonia makes you think, the Vesprée melts your heart with its sheer beauty. I think you could age this? I have another bottle…I might just do it for science. Drink now (with a decant if possible). I was great on the pop and pour but it was even better with air. Lovely.
— 2 years ago