As we continue into Spring and the temperature outside begins to rise, I find myself looking for a lighter bodied wine that will refresh my palate. My favorite pick for the moment is the ever versatile rosé. With it's seductive pale pink hue, it always seems to catch my eye. For all the skeptical ones out there, this wine is not to be confused with it's ever similar looking cousin,"white zinfandel." Rosé in it's truest form is meant to be bone dry with balanced acidity, showcasing bright fruit and floral aromas. The varietal or varietals used is subjective to the producer, but I have seen straight grenache and syrah rosés or even blends of 5 plus grapes. If you are looking for the perfect wine to bring to a summer BBQ or even Easter dinner...give it a try. It pairs well with lighter proteins like salmon, chicken and ham. If you want to get a little geeky, I suggest finding one from Tavel; this region in France is a widely renowned for making supreme rosé. At the moment Bev Mo and Trader Joes has a great selection of value rosés or check out your local high-end liquor store for a premium bottle. Happy Drinking!
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