Arnot-Roberts

Touriga Nacional Rosé

9.221 ratings
9.35 pro ratings
California, USA
Touriga Nacional
Potato, Tomato-Based, Venison, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Lamb, Chocolate & Caramel, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Hard Cheese, White Rice, Pasta, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pork, Beef
Top Notes For
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

Burrata, roasted garlic, garden cherry tomatoes, olive oil, pesto and Tondo balsamic with chopped pistachios for texture.

The nose is showing; candied, lean, strawberries, cherries, blood oranges, tangerines, raspberries, shades of black cherries, sweet rhubarb, brilliant pink rose petals with some red mixed in, vanillin, watermelon Jolly Rancher, slight herbaceousness, beautiful, saline notes, delicate chalk and sandstone minerality.

The palate palate rushes in juicy, lush and then slides in chalky powder with a slightly waxiness character & near tannin presence. You definitely sense this is made from a hearty grape varietal, like Touriga Nacional. It has beautiful viscosity. rushing cool river acidity. Candied, lean, strawberries, cherries, blood oranges, tangerines, raspberries, shades of black cherries, sweet rhubarb, brilliant pink rose petals with some red mixed in, vanillin, watermelon Jolly Rancher, slight, fresh herbaceousness, saline notes, beautiful, delicate chalk, sandstone & gripping limestone/volcanic minerality. The finish is refreshing, nicely balanced and smartly polished.

I was curious about their Rosé and wanted to try it. However, it will benefit with another one to two years in bottle.

Burrata, roasted garlic, garden cherry tomatoes, olive oil, pesto and Tondo balsamic with chopped pistachios for texture.

The nose is showing; candied, lean, strawberries, cherries, blood oranges, tangerines, raspberries, shades of black cherries, sweet rhubarb, brilliant pink rose petals with some red mixed in, vanillin, watermelon Jolly Rancher, slight herbaceousness, beautiful, saline notes, delicate chalk and sandstone minerality.

The palate palate rushes in juicy, lush and then slides in chalky powder with a slightly waxiness character & near tannin presence. You definitely sense this is made from a hearty grape varietal, like Touriga Nacional. It has beautiful viscosity. rushing cool river acidity. Candied, lean, strawberries, cherries, blood oranges, tangerines, raspberries, shades of black cherries, sweet rhubarb, brilliant pink rose petals with some red mixed in, vanillin, watermelon Jolly Rancher, slight, fresh herbaceousness, saline notes, beautiful, delicate chalk, sandstone & gripping limestone/volcanic minerality. The finish is refreshing, nicely balanced and smartly polished.

I was curious about their Rosé and wanted to try it. However, it will benefit with another one to two years in bottle.

Sep 27th, 2020
Brian S

Still my fave American rose.

Still my fave American rose.

Jul 4th, 2020
Joshua Fisher

Just got my 9 cases allocation for the restaurant

Just got my 9 cases allocation for the restaurant

Feb 16th, 2020
David Metcalf

This did not suck. Ever lick a battery, then lick it again? I'm not sure what that has to do with this wine. But it was super refreshing, slightly tannic and gone in a flash. ⚡🌹

This did not suck. Ever lick a battery, then lick it again? I'm not sure what that has to do with this wine. But it was super refreshing, slightly tannic and gone in a flash. ⚡🌹

Jul 21st, 2020
Byron Hewett

Time to drink these. If you look closely, you can see the tartaric acid crystals at the bottom of the bottle. Fresh and crisp. I think the fruit here is beginning to fade.

Time to drink these. If you look closely, you can see the tartaric acid crystals at the bottom of the bottle. Fresh and crisp. I think the fruit here is beginning to fade.

Sep 6th, 2021
Byron Hewett

Easy. I think the fruit here is starting to fade a bit.

Easy. I think the fruit here is starting to fade a bit.

Jun 13th, 2021
Ray Vanderhoff

Brilliant California Rose’ made with native Portuguese varietals. Blend of Touriga National (80%) and Tinta Cao (20%). Aromas and flavors of Watermelon (like Jolly Ranchers without the sweetness), lemon rind and rose petals. Touches of dark raspberries and a Real purity of fruit. Hint of vanilla and saline with a bit of a creamy finish. Wonderful consistency all through the pallet. Beautiful balance. Clean with just the right level of bright acidity. Winner! Revisited in August 2021. Just outstanding!

Brilliant California Rose’ made with native Portuguese varietals. Blend of Touriga National (80%) and Tinta Cao (20%). Aromas and flavors of Watermelon (like Jolly Ranchers without the sweetness), lemon rind and rose petals. Touches of dark raspberries and a Real purity of fruit. Hint of vanilla and saline with a bit of a creamy finish. Wonderful consistency all through the pallet. Beautiful balance. Clean with just the right level of bright acidity. Winner! Revisited in August 2021. Just outstanding!

Oct 24th, 2020
Keaton Kail

Distinctive and yummy. Clear line of juicy acid through plump late summer and autumn fruit. Lemon oil and zest, white cherry, blood orange, membrio, underripe fig. Toothsome candied texture.

Distinctive and yummy. Clear line of juicy acid through plump late summer and autumn fruit. Lemon oil and zest, white cherry, blood orange, membrio, underripe fig. Toothsome candied texture.

Sep 13th, 2020
romo

11.3%.

11.3%.

Aug 26th, 2020
Jevan Soo

Californios wine club

Californios wine club

Aug 16th, 2020