Gramercy Cellars
Olsen Vineyard Rosé Blend
Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
2019 Gramercy Cellars ‘Olsen Vineyard’ Rose- A blend of Cinsault (44%), Grenache (28%) and Syrah (28%), the 2019 Gramercy Cellars ‘Olsen Vineyard’ Rose is an absolutely awesome new wine by the superstar winemaking team of Greg Harrington, MS, and Brandon Moss. The aromatic range is seriously good from pink grapefruit blossom to cantaloupe and shades of guava and ripe strawberry all come together in the glass. The palate is both lithe and refreshing, showing great acidity and a silky texture, with marvelous earthy undertones that connect with the core of bright red fruits. Truly outstanding to savor in its youth, the 2019 Gramercy Cellars ‘Olsen Vineyard’ Rose will cellar marvelously for the next seven plus years, picking up earthy tones as it ages. This is truly one of the best Rose wines made in the Pacific Northwest. Drink 2020-2027- 93
2019 Gramercy Cellars ‘Olsen Vineyard’ Rose- A blend of Cinsault (44%), Grenache (28%) and Syrah (28%), the 2019 Gramercy Cellars ‘Olsen Vineyard’ Rose is an absolutely awesome new wine by the superstar winemaking team of Greg Harrington, MS, and Brandon Moss. The aromatic range is seriously good from pink grapefruit blossom to cantaloupe and shades of guava and ripe strawberry all come together in the glass. The palate is both lithe and refreshing, showing great acidity and a silky texture, with marvelous earthy undertones that connect with the core of bright red fruits. Truly outstanding to savor in its youth, the 2019 Gramercy Cellars ‘Olsen Vineyard’ Rose will cellar marvelously for the next seven plus years, picking up earthy tones as it ages. This is truly one of the best Rose wines made in the Pacific Northwest. Drink 2020-2027- 93
Apr 10th, 2020Great when it was released in 2019. Better now in 2020.
Great when it was released in 2019. Better now in 2020.
Apr 6th, 20202012 vintage thoroughly enjoyed with dinner in 2020 at 7.5 years of age. Not a cocktail wine.
2012 vintage thoroughly enjoyed with dinner in 2020 at 7.5 years of age. Not a cocktail wine.
Apr 6th, 2020Sourced from the esteemed ‘Olsen Vineyard’ in the Yakima Valley, this wine is a compelling blend of 47% Cinsault with 27% Grenache and 26% Syrah. Pretty red rose and watermelon with orange blossom and shades of white pepper aromatics all build in the glass. The palate unveils a silky texture and a rich, gratifying mouthfeel. Once in the mouth, bright guava, strawberry and lighter earthy and wet stone undertones round out this downright delicious Rose. While beautiful in its youth, this impressive effort will cellar well over the next five plus years. Drink 2019-2024- 92
Sourced from the esteemed ‘Olsen Vineyard’ in the Yakima Valley, this wine is a compelling blend of 47% Cinsault with 27% Grenache and 26% Syrah. Pretty red rose and watermelon with orange blossom and shades of white pepper aromatics all build in the glass. The palate unveils a silky texture and a rich, gratifying mouthfeel. Once in the mouth, bright guava, strawberry and lighter earthy and wet stone undertones round out this downright delicious Rose. While beautiful in its youth, this impressive effort will cellar well over the next five plus years. Drink 2019-2024- 92
May 20th, 2019The 2017 Gramercy Cellars Rosé is a blend of 44% Cinsault, 31% Grenache and 25% Syrah, all sourced from the Olsen Vineyard. This pale colored Rose begins with a bouquet of white peach, red cherry candy and watermelon with a slightly smoky edge. The minerality is fantastic, as is the gorgeous mouthfeel. Balanced, showing good weight, the Rose unveils red cherry, cran-orange and rose water flavors. This is another outstanding wine made by the talented winemaking team of Greg Harrington and Brandon Moss. Drink 2019-2024
The 2017 Gramercy Cellars Rosé is a blend of 44% Cinsault, 31% Grenache and 25% Syrah, all sourced from the Olsen Vineyard. This pale colored Rose begins with a bouquet of white peach, red cherry candy and watermelon with a slightly smoky edge. The minerality is fantastic, as is the gorgeous mouthfeel. Balanced, showing good weight, the Rose unveils red cherry, cran-orange and rose water flavors. This is another outstanding wine made by the talented winemaking team of Greg Harrington and Brandon Moss. Drink 2019-2024
Feb 19th, 2019
52% Cinsault 24% Grenache 24% Syrah. Light salmon pink, excellent clarity. Strawberry and herb notes in nose. Strawberry and cherry flavors, maybe some watermelon too. Dry. Slightly hot, slightly tart. Fruit flavors are toned down, some skin astringency in finish. Don't overchill this one. Restrained but well structured, not something I'm used to saying about roses but it applies here. Briefly reviewed in Eric Asimov's column on top American roses, July 5, 2018 New York Times
52% Cinsault 24% Grenache 24% Syrah. Light salmon pink, excellent clarity. Strawberry and herb notes in nose. Strawberry and cherry flavors, maybe some watermelon too. Dry. Slightly hot, slightly tart. Fruit flavors are toned down, some skin astringency in finish. Don't overchill this one. Restrained but well structured, not something I'm used to saying about roses but it applies here. Briefly reviewed in Eric Asimov's column on top American roses, July 5, 2018 New York Times
Jul 5th, 2018
On the nose, strawberries, watermelon, tangerine and rose petals. On the palate, the fruits are ripe and delicate; strawberries, watermelon, tangerine & grapefruit. There's a nice intensity of soft chalky minerals with hints of sea spray. The body is so lean and delicious, you'd have no problem crushing a bottle very quickly on a hot day.
On the nose, strawberries, watermelon, tangerine and rose petals. On the palate, the fruits are ripe and delicate; strawberries, watermelon, tangerine & grapefruit. There's a nice intensity of soft chalky minerals with hints of sea spray. The body is so lean and delicious, you'd have no problem crushing a bottle very quickly on a hot day.
Aug 12th, 2017Starting to open up will only get finer over the next year.
Starting to open up will only get finer over the next year.
1 person found it helpfulMay 31st, 2016Carrie had this 10 years ago
Carrie had this 10 years ago
1 person found it helpfulJul 1st, 2014
54% Cinsault, 24% Grenache and 22% Syrah. Ripe red summer fruits and a soft pleasing finish. Delicious!
54% Cinsault, 24% Grenache and 22% Syrah. Ripe red summer fruits and a soft pleasing finish. Delicious!
Jun 27th, 2016