Category Archives: Rosés

RUSTENBERG PETIT VERDOT ROSÉ 2017, WO Stellenbosch, South Africa

09 Friday Nov 2018

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Cost: $13.95
Grape: Petit Verdot
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Rustenberg Wines
Alcohol: 13.5% Alcohol/Vol.

This is interesting, in a good way with it being smooth, juicy & full of flavour

Positives: Beautiful rosé colour featuring cherry, strawberry, watermelon and cranberry.

Negatives: None

Ageability: Drink now or over the next couple of years.

My Opinion: Highly Recommended

Best Buy

Tasted: November 9, 2018

LCBO: 451773

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XAVIER VIGNON CÔTES DU RHÔNE ROSÉ 2017, Ac Côtes du Rhône, France

26 Friday Oct 2018

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Cost: $16.95
Grape: Mouvèdre, Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: France
Region: Côte du Rhône
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Xavier Vignon
Alcohol: 13% Alcohol/Vol.

Delicious, smooth, elegant and with complexity. One of the best rosé for under $20

Positives: Light copper in colour featuring watermelon, strawberries, sage and rhubarb.

Negatives: None

Ageability: Drink now or over the next 2-3 years.

My Opinion: Highly Recommended

Best Buy

Tasted: October 26, 2018

LCBO: 450908

BARÓN DE LAY ROSÉ 2017, DOC Rioja, Spain

17 Monday Sep 2018

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Cost: $14.95
Grape: Tempranillo & Garnacha
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Baron De Ley
Alcohol: 13.5% Alcohol/Vol.

A bold rosé that pairs nicely with grilled pork, grilled stuffed peppers or sharp cheeses

Positives: Red snapper in colour featuring notes of strawberry, blood orange, Thyme and sage.

Negatives: None

Ageability: Drink now or over the next couple of years.

My Opinion: Recommended

Best Buy

Tasted: August 25, 2018

LCBO: 117283

GAZELA ROSÉ NV, Doc Vinho Verde, Portugal

18 Friday Aug 2017

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Cost: $9.45
Grape: 35% Borraçal, 30% Espadeiro, 30% Amaral, 5% Vinhão
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: Portugal
Region: Vinho Verde
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Gazela Winery
Alcohol: 9.5% Alcohol/Vol.

Simple patio sipper, low in alcohol, low in price & has a pleasant taste

Description: Red snapper in colour with a medium+ intense nose and light mousse. This wine features cherry, strawberry & lemon. Light body with good acidity and an average length.

Negatives: None

Interesting Note: This is 260 g/l of sugar

Drink now or in the next couple of years on its own or pair it with Simple Tomato and Basil.

Tasted: 17 Aug 2017

Score: 8.5/10, Value: 9.5/10 Total: 18/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5+

LCBO: 404533

MARQUÉS DE CÁCERES ROSADO 2016, Doca Rioja, Spain

14 Monday Aug 2017

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Cost: $13.95
Grape: Tempranillo
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Marqués de Cáceres
Alcohol: 13.5% Alcohol/Vol.

Another solid, dry yet juicy Spanish rosé made from Tempranillo

Description: Red snapper in colour with a medium to medium+ intense nose. This wine features cherry, strawberry, red currants, peach, pink grapefruit and cloves. Medium body with good acidity and a good length.

Negatives: None

Drink now or in the next 3 of years on its own or pair it with Rosemary Flatbread topped with Blue Cheese, Grapes and Honey.

Tasted: 1 August 2017

Best Buy

Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 9/10 Total: 17.5+/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5+

LCBO: 622142

ROCKWAY VINEYARDS ROSÉ 2016, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada

18 Tuesday Jul 2017

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Cost: $17.95
Grape: 86% Pinot Noir, 14% Riesling
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: Winery
Country: Canada
Region: Niagara Peninsula
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Rockway Vineyards
Alcohol: 11.5 % Alcohol/Vol.

Pleasant dry versatile rosé

Description: Pink in colour with a medium intense nose. This wine features strawberry, cranberry, rhubarb, Rainier Cherry and Bay Leaves on the nose. Medium body with light tannin, good acidity and a good length.

Negatives: None

Note: Good price point would be $14.95

Drink now or in the next couple of years on its own or pair it with Torched Sashimi of Wahoo and Tuna marinated in Soy, Sesame and Ginger.

Tasted: 30 June 2017

Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 8+/10 Total: 17/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5

BOTTEGA VINO DEI POETI BRUT ROSÉ 2016, DOC Lombardy & Veneto, Italy

21 Wednesday Jun 2017

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Cost: $14.95 (On sale until 18 June 2017: $13.95)
Grape: Pinot Nero & Raboso
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO General List
Country: Italy
Region: Lombardy & Veneto
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Bottega Spa
Alcohol: 11.5 % Alcohol/Vol.

A nice, dry, soft, off-dry & easy to drink rosé sparkler

Description: Light pink salmon in colour with a medium+ intense nose and fine mousse. This wine features McIntosh apple, cherry, raspberry, candy apple and roses on the nose. Medium body with average acidity and a good length.

Negatives: None

Drink now or in the next couple of years on its own or pair it with Mustard Roasted Pork Loin with Squash Polenta.

Tasted: 18 June 2017

Best Buy

Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 8.5+/10 Total: 17.5/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5+

LCBO: 277202

TERRES De SAINT-LOUIS ROSÉ 2016, Aoc Coteaux Varois en Provence, France

13 Tuesday Jun 2017

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Cost: $11.65
Grape: Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: France
Region: Coteaux Varois en Provence
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Cercle des Vignerons Provence
Alcohol: 12.5 % Alcohol/Vol.

A simple but nice crisp rosé that’s a good alternative to Sauvignon Blanc for summer fun

Description: Light salmon in colour with a medium to medium+ intense nose. This wine features passion fruit, pink grapefruit, strawberry and pink roses on the nose. Light to medium body with good acidity and a good length.

Negatives: None

Interesting Note: Encircled by the Côtes de Provence, the Coteaux Varois en Provence appellation, ten times smaller than its big sister, has a very specific character, due to its terroir and very unique climate.

Drink now or in the next couple of years on its own or pair it with Asian-Style Scampi with spiced herb relish.

Tasted: 31 May 2017

Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 8.5+/10 Total: 17.5/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5+

LCBO: 234575

PINK HOUSE WINE CO. CHARDONNAY MERLOT ROSÉ 2016, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada

12 Monday Jun 2017

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Cost: $13.95 (Sale Price until 18 June 2017: $12.95)
Grape: Chardonnay & Merlot
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: Canada
Region: Niagara Peninsula, Ontario
Format: 750 mL
Producer: House Wine Company
Alcohol: 13% Alcohol/Vol.

Well this is an interesting rosé made from white & red grapes

Description: Salmon with an orange hue in colour with a medium to medium+ intense nose. This wine features strawberry, cranberry, orange, McIntosh apple and orange blossom on the nose. Medium body with medium acidity and a good length.

Negatives: None

Interesting Note: Can’t make up my mind if this wine is just okay or it’s good. Seems like a mood wine, ie depends on what mood your in may reflect how you view this rosé.

Drink now or in the next couple of years on its own or pair it with Roasted Tomato Basil Soup.

Tasted: 9 June 2017

Score: 8.5/10, Value: 8.5+/10 Total: 17+/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5+

LCBO: 324558

DeMORGENZEN GARDEN VINEYARDS ROSÉ 2016, Stellenbosch, South Africa

01 Thursday Jun 2017

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Cost: $11.95
Grape: 54% Grenache, 36% Syrah, 10% Mourvédre
Category: Rosé Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch
Format: 750 mL
Producer: DeMorgenzon
Alcohol: 13.5% Alcohol/Vol.

Great value summer drink so you may wish  to get several bottles

Description: Light salmon in colour with a medium+ intense nose. This wine features cherry, strawberry, apple, honeydew melon, passion fruit and white rose on the nose. Medium body with good acidity and a good length.

Negatives: None

Interesting Note: DeMorgenzon originally founded in 1699, means “morning sun”.

Drink now or in the next couple of years on its own or pair it with a Spinach & Goat Cheese Salad made with Warm Sun Dried Cranberries and Crispy Italian Pancetta with Basil Olive Oil 

Tasted: 25 May 2017

Best Buy

Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 10/10, Total: 18.5/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 4

LCBO: 485813