Orange wines and chilled reds continue to challenge rosé for a spot in the summer lineup, but we can’t deny that the incumbent warm-weather wine continues to draw our attention with its ever-expanding range of styles. While the pale pink bottles from Provence that originally sparked the rosé frenzy remain wildly popular, there are wines from around the world that offer something new and exciting for curious drinkers, from juicy co-ferments to savory, barrel-aged examples. Per our annual tradition, VinePair’s tasting panel sorted through and tasted hundreds of rosés to find the best of the best.
While Provence is the epicenter of French rosé, other regions and grapes in the country have a lot to offer and shouldn’t be ignored. One variety that lends itself well to fruit-forward, juicy rosés is (unsurprisingly) Gamay. Rosé of Gamay can be found in the Loire Valley, its home in Beaujolais, or even just to the north in the Côteaux Bourguignons, like this rosé from legacy producer Louis Jadot. The nose is soft and subtle, but the palate brings vibrant notes of red berries and cream.
Excerpt Taken From: VinePair
