Pink is passion, pink is powerful, and pink drinks are perfectly delicious. Gone are the days of associating pink with the sweet, candied rosé wines of the past such as White Zinfandel. Although, one can see the appeal of such a wine with its sweet, low alcohol and candied fruit making such a delightful match for spicy cuisine. However, many are cautious of pink as they believe it means sweet, akin to the adult cherry kool-aid flavours found in some sweet rosé styles.
The Rosé Revolution
The rosé revolution is here to change minds. Most rosé wines are elegant and dry with nuances of summer berry fruits mingled with black pepper and spices. They are an ultimate food pairing match. On a global scale, volumes of rosé wines have been growing since 2011 and they are predicted to rise further. These wines may never overtake the white and red category, but where rosé wines lag in volume, they will certainly make up for in style.
Rosé wine is produced using red grapes. Any red grape will suffice, but Pinot Noir and Grenache show an affinity for the rosé style. The beautiful pink hue in these wines comes from the juice coming into contact with the red grape skins. The thickness of the grape skin along with the period of skin contact will ultimately determine the intensity of colour and flavour. Rosé wines can range from a pale salmon tint to intensely vibrant and hot pink.
Rosé All Day, Every Day
For the delicate styles look to the south of France from the Provence and Languedoc regions. Our local BC producers are crafting a myriad of styles these days from the light, pale and crisp to the concentrated and fruity with a hint of sweetness. Open your mind to the power of pink this month and celebrate with some fun rosé wines!
Belle Année Rosé cans by Mirabeau - $7.99
On sale for month of June @ $7.28!
This lively, fruity Rose from the producers of Mirabeau consists of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah. The nose is bursting with notes of seasonal strawberries, raspberries and cherries, underpinned by a delicate floral aspect. A round and fruitful palate with redcurrant and crunchy citrus acidity provides a refreshing finish and good length.
The perfect solution for those al fresco moments, from a picnic in the park to BBQs with friends.
Casa Nidal Monastrell Rose – $13.99
On sale for month of June @ $11.98!
Rich and medium weighted, this dry Monastrell Rosé from Spain is brimming with red berry flavours of strawberry, red cherry and bramble. There is a hint of dusty peppery spice on the finish.
Seared Ahi Tuna with a teriyaki berry coulis would be oh so good with this.
World Gin Day falls on the same day as National Rosé Day this year so what better way to celebrate pink with our exclusive pink gin below:
Collective Arts Plum & Blackthorn Gin – $53.99
On sale for month of June @ $49.98!
Plum and blackthorn contribute the pretty mauve hue while giving this gin a fruitiness that complements the heat of black peppercorns and ginger. The nose shows a complex array of aromas with cardamom, orange peel, juniper and plum. We are thrilled to be carrying this gin that placed Gold at the World Gin Awards in 2019!