Beverage Dynamics

Beverage Dynamics May/June 2015

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WINE SELECTIONS • ROSÉS 48 Beverage Dynamics • May/June 2015 www.beveragedynamics.com white, contributing to the pale salmon color. Fresh berries on the nose are followed by the bright fruit, with some added weight and com- plexity. A longer fi nish adds to the appeal. ($15) (92) 2014 Dr. Konstantin Frank, Dry Rosé (New York). The darker pink color showcases the blend of different varieties, as the wine is composed of Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernets Sau- vignon and Franc. Ripe and attractive, berry fruit on the nose is followed by a taste that's clean and bright, with a refreshing and satisfying fi n- ish. ($15) FOUR STARS (91) 2014 Charles & Charles (Washington). Vibrant pink with complex fl avors of straw- berry, raspberry and cherry. A blend of Syrah, Mourvedre, Cabernet, Grenache and Cinsault. A touch of citrus on the fi nish cleanses the pal- ate for the next sip. ($12) (91) 2014 Rosé de Floridene (France). Tangy redcurrant and cherry fl avors show good en- ergy and lift with a spine of juicy acidity. A fl oral quality comes up on the zesty fi nish, which leaves behind a note of tangy berry skin. ($20) (91) 2014 Le Cirque, Cotes Catalanes Rosé (France). A beautiful shade of pink, this three- grape blend (Grenache Noir, Syrah, Grenache Gris) has ripe strawberry and spice fl avors with a long fi nish. For those looking for a gateway from red to rosé, this is your bottle. ($14) (91) 2014 Domaine Pegau, Pink Pegau Rosé (France). This salmon-colored Rhone from (93) n.v. Gruet Sparkling Brut Rosé (New Mexico). Always a favorite; fresh, dry and rich, with hints of strawberries, raspberries and cherry; consistent quality. Great with ham, In- dian food and appetizers. ($17) (93) 2014 Domaine Le Pive Gris Vin Rosé (France). Don't be fooled by the tropical fruit in the nose. This pale pink wine, featuring four grapes (Merlot, Grenache Noir, Grenache Gris, Cabernet Franc), is actually a dry light blend. Perfect for enjoying outdoors on a summer's eve. ($15) (92) 2014 Martin Ray Vineyards and Win- ery Russian River Valley Rosé of Pinot Noir (California). This rosé from the Russian River Valley will awaken your senses, starting with its pink rose-petal color, followed by fl oral notes of raspberry and orange blossoms, and continu- ing with beautiful tropical fruit and lime fl avors. Made from Pinot Noir grapes, this wine is me- dium bodied with excellent balance. ($15) (92) 2014 Domaine St Croix Cuvee Montlau- res (France). Lively and elegant, full-up berries and minerality leading to a balanced, fruity fi n- ish. ($24) (92) 2014 Chateau La Tour St Anne Rosé (France). This delicate wine delivers cherry and strawberry notes. It pairs well with lighter dishes or on its own and should be served well chilled. ($15) (92) Villa Sandi Il Fresco Rosé (Italy). A lovely and bright blend of Glera and Pinot Nero. A small amount of the red wine is added to the southern France is cool on the palate, with fresh hints of lemon and grapefruit. A mouth-watering dry rosé that leaves you wanting more. Excellent as an aperitif or served with meaty fi sh. ($20) (91) 2013 Chateau Riotor Cotes de Provence Rosé (France). An elegant rosé from the heart of Provence grown in soils of sand and red schist. This is quite refi ned and shows lots of Provencal character with notes of watermelon, strawberries and minerals. Vibrant acidity makes this a great pairing for light fair or just a wonderful, refreshing thirst quencher. ($20) (91) Muxagat 2013 Rosé (Portugal). This bright pink rosé of Touriga Nacional is a fi ne example of high-quality Douro Valley winemak- ing. Bright pink in the glass, the nose is domi- nated by fresh red berries. With some aging in older French barrels, the wine has more weight and texture than most rosés. The fi nish is long and dry, making the wine a great food-friendly choice. ($18) (91) 2014 Fattoria di Magliano, Ilario Ro- sato (Italy). From the same region of pro- duction where many Super Tuscan wines are produced, this rosé of Sangiovese is sure to please. Salmon pink in color, the bright and lovely cherry and berry fruit notes on the nose are inviting. The palate is clean and vibrant, with a good backbone. A great food-pairing wine. ($19) (91) 2014 Jaboulet Parrallèle 45 Côtes du Rhône Rosé (France). Composed of a typi- cal southern Rhône blend of Grenache, Cin- sault and Syrah, the wine is a pale salmon in BEVERAGE DYNAMICS NATIONAL WINE PANEL ABC Fine Wines & Spirits Orlando, FL Brad Lewis Director of Wine Sales Andina Restaurant/ Pearl Wine Shop Portland, OR Ken Collura Director/Sommelier Atlantic Liquors Rehoboth Beach, DE John Driscoll Wine Manager Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits Annapolis, MD Phil Altherr, GM Katie Harper, Wine Sales Berbiglia Wine & Spirits Kansas City, MO Ralph J. Bondon Vice President/Owner Beverages & more! Concord, CA Wilfred Wong E-Commerce Cellar Master Bocanova Oakland, CA Gerardo Acevedo-Vanni GM/Sommelier Bottle Bargains Northport, NY Ryan Armstrong Store Manager Bottle King Liquors Livingston, NJ Steve Carpentier General Manager Bowery & Vine Wine & Spirits New York, NY Bill Beard Manager Brown Derby Stores Springfi eld, MO John Riley Retail Fine Wine Buyer BTG Wine Bar Salt Lake City, UT Louis Koppel Sommelier Bullfrog Wine and Spirits Fort Collins, CO Chuck Carlson GM/Certifi ed Sommelier Cordially Yours Wine and Spirits Depew, NY Jeannine Babcock Director Wine & Spirits Cotuit Liquors Marston Mills, MA Dan O'Brien President Crestwood Liquors Coventry, RI Matthew A. Reay VP Marketing/Merch. Flute New York, NY Herve Rousseau Owner Frugal MacDoogal's Nashville, TN Jack Mantle Wine Department Great Domains & Estates Windsor, CA Larry LaScola General Manager Hakkasan Group London, England Christine Parkinson Group Head of Wine Happy Harry's Bottle Shop Grand Forks, ND Dustin Mitzel General Manager Haskell's Minnetonka, MN Ted Farrell President

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