Hazelfern Cellars Summer Rosé

Hazelfern Cellars distinguishes itself by crafting both a summer and a winter rosé, catering to the seasonal preferences of wine enthusiasts. The Summer Rosé is a true embodiment of Oregon’s sun-kissed season, presenting vibrant flavors of juicy strawberries, refreshing watermelon, and subtle hints of stone fruit. The grapes for this exceptional rosé originate from Stormy Morning Vineyard, renowned for producing the grapes that also go into their delightful Chardonnay.

Perfect Pairing: Elevate your dining experience by pairing this rosé with a refreshing Melon and Prosciutto Caprese Salad, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate.

Alit Rosé

The Alit Wines Rosé is a pale pink wine that embodies elegance and sophistication. Every sip reveals a delightful interplay of flavors, featuring notes of freshly picked strawberries, zesty blood orange, and succulent peach.

Perfect Pairing: Enhance the flavors of this rosé by pairing it with Shrimp Scampi Linguine, creating a harmonious balance between the wine’s fruitiness and the dish’s savory richness.

Durant Vineyards Lark Rosé of Pinot Noir

The Lark Rosé of Pinot Noir by Durant Vineyards showcases a sophisticated salmon pink hue that captivates the eye. On the nose and palate, it delivers a symphony of flavors, predominantly featuring juicy strawberry, delicate raspberry, and refreshing watermelon. This complex rosé also offers subtle citrus notes, adding brightness and complexity to the overall experience. It is truly a wine that embodies the joy of summer.

Perfect Pairing: Complement the rosé’s fruity notes with Shrimp Summer Rolls, creating a refreshing and flavorful combination.

Sokol Blosser Rosé of Pinot Noir

The Rosé of Pinot Noir from Sokol Blosser winery is a lovely pale pink wine that exudes elegance. Its flavor profile showcases a harmonious blend of ripe red fruit, succulent melon, subtle stone fruit, and delicate floral notes. The skin contact is intentionally minimal, lasting only 3-4 hours, resulting in a beautifully balanced and summery rosé with great acidity and minerality.

Perfect Pairing: Elevate your dining experience by pairing this rosé with Crab Linguine, allowing the wine’s acidity to complement the richness of the dish.

Ricochet Wine Company Mourvedre Rosé

For those seeking a departure from Pinot Noir Rosé while still supporting Oregon winegrowers and winemakers, Ricochet Wine Company’s Mourvedre Rosé is an excellent choice. This pink-orange rosé is crafted with Mourvedre grapes sourced from Carpenter Hill Vineyards in Southern Oregon’s Rogue Valley AVA. Compared to most rosés, it offers a slightly fuller body and a complex blend of red fruit, plums, rose petals, and melon notes.

Perfect Pairing: This bold rosé pairs well with Filipino Pork BBQ, standing up to the savory and slightly sweet flavors of the dish.

Division-Villages L’Avoiron Rosé of Gamay Noir – Division Wine Company

If you prefer a softer, lighter alternative to Pinot Noir Rosé wines in the Pacific Northwest, Division Wine Company presents this stunning Rosé of Gamay Noir. Gamay Noir grapes, related to Pinot Noir, thrive in cool climates. The grapes for this rosé are cultivated on Division Wine’s Carousel Vineyard in Columbia Valley. The resulting rosé is light and vibrant, offering gentle aromas and flavors of strawberry and melon.

Perfect Pairing: This delicate rosé is ideally paired with Ricotta with Summer Berries Crostini, enhancing the light and fruity notes of both the wine and the dish.

How should rosé wine be served?

Rosé wine is best served chilled, ideally between 50° and 60°F (10° to 15°C).

What foods pair well with rosé wine?

Rosé is an incredibly versatile wine that complements a wide range of dishes. It pairs beautifully with fish, chicken, lamb, and most vegetarian meals.

How is rosé wine made?

There are three primary methods for producing rosé wine:

1. Maceration: Red wine grapes are allowed to macerate in their juices for a specific period. This is the most common method.
2. Saignée: During the early stages of red wine production, a portion of the juice is bled off into a separate vat to create rosé. This method is less prevalent, but some Oregon winemakers utilize it.
3. Blending: A small quantity of red wine is blended with white wine. This method is not widely used.

Which grape varieties are used to make rosé wine?

Winemakers employ various black grape varieties to craft rosé wine. Pinot Noir is a popular choice, particularly in Oregon. Other varieties include Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon.