{"id":9184,"date":"2018-07-14T16:48:55","date_gmt":"2018-07-14T23:48:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lesliedinaberg.com\/wordpress\/?p=9184"},"modified":"2018-07-13T16:52:49","modified_gmt":"2018-07-13T23:52:49","slug":"cocktail-corner-ole-rose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lesliedinaberg.com\/wordpress\/?p=9184","title":{"rendered":"Cocktail Corner: Ol\u00e9 Ros\u00e9"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Rose Wine, photo by Ulrika, Flickr.com.<\/p><\/div>\n

A spirited toast to all things alcoholic! by\u00a0Leslie Dinaberg<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Our recent summer heat wave is a perfect time to sip ros\u00e9, but honestly,\u00a0 this easy-to-pair-with-almost-any-food, warm weather go-to wine has become a year-round favorite for me\u2014and I know I’m not alone.<\/p>\n

According to the buyers at Whole Foods<\/a>, “Ros\u00e9s are on fire, making up nearly 40% of all wine purchases, and rightfully so\u2014they\u2019ve thrown off their ‘sweet and simple’ shackles and are unabashedly delicious.”<\/p>\n

Among the many excellent\u00a0ros\u00e9s I’ve had the pleasure of tasting recently, one of the highlights was Brick Barn Wine Estate<\/a>‘s 2016 Grenache Ros\u00e9. Inspired by the classic dry ros\u00e9s of the Rh\u00f4ne Valley, this lovely wine was a\u00a0<\/span>2018 Silver Winner\u00a0in the San Francisco Chronicle<\/em> International Wine Competition. For the best experience, visit their recently opened estate vineyard, located on a historic 1,100-acre ranch in Buellton (795 W. Hwy. 246), a stunning spot to savor both the wine and the views.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brick Barn Wine Estate Winery, photo by Bottle Branding, courtesy Brick Barn.<\/p><\/div>\n

Another local favorite is\u00a0Margerum Santa Barbara County 2017 Riviera Ros\u00e9<\/a>, crafted from Grenache and Syrah grapes sourced from select vineyards including Estelle and Camp 4 vineyards in Santa Barbara County and Alamo Creek Vineyard in San Luis Obispo County. Dry and refreshing, this is a consistent go-to wine for me.<\/p>\n

Dolin Malibu Estate Vineyards 2015 Ros\u00e9<\/span> of Pinot Noir<\/a> uses\u00a0<\/span>grapes from three prominent Central Coast vineyards to create this refreshing Ros\u00e9<\/span>, which offers up enticing aromas of berries and melon followed by a crisp, fruity finish.<\/span><\/p>\n

Herzog Lineage Ros\u00e9 2017<\/a>\u00a0blends 12 grape varieties from the Herzog\u2019s family\u2019s Prince Vineyard in California. Their Oxnard-based facility prides itself on keeping Kosher, without any negative impacts on the taste of the wine, which features aromas and flavors of ripe strawberries, papaya, and pomegranate seeds. Winemakers note that this unique ros\u00e9 should be served very cold, which is my preference in most cases.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Rose Wine, photo by Susanne Nilsson, Flickr.com.<\/p><\/div>\n

Psagot Ros\u00e9\u00a0<\/span>2017<\/a>\u00a0is another Kosher blend of red grape varietals, in this case they’re harvested from vineyards located in the northern Jerusalem Mountains at a height of 700 meters. With a very clean and fresh flavor, the wine pairs particularly well with Mediterranean cuisine.<\/p>\n

Another excellent Kosher ros\u00e9 is the Tabor Adama Barbera Ros\u00e9 2017<\/a>, which\u00a0is characterized by red berry and cherry aromas and high acidity. Israeli producer Tabor showcases these attributes in a flavorful, light-bodied wine with a nice balance between the fruity notes and the acidity.<\/span><\/p>\n

The 2017 BY.OTT Cotes de Provence Ros\u00e9<\/span><\/a> is an elegant yet friendly French bottle with a pale,\u00a0 pretty color and a delicate and fruity nose and taste that’s perfect for toasting a happy couple at a price point that won’t break the bank.<\/p>\n

Sparkling ros\u00e9<\/span>s are also terrific for toasts, and have become quite popular of late.\u00a0Santa Margherita\u00a0Prosecco Superiore DOCG<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is a perfect choice for\u00a0your next summer party. The fruity flavor and aromas of peaches and flowers pair well with seafood, cheese appetizers and dessert. And bubbles always add a festive touch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are two main ways to produce ros\u00e9 wine, and in both cases they\u2019re made from grapes with dark skin,\u201d\u00a0<\/span>explains Gabriel Geller, Vice President of Public Relations for The Royal Wine Corp.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>The first method is known as maceration. After the red or black grapes are pressed, the skins macerate in the juice for anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours, until the desired color is released.\u00a0<\/span>The second method is called saign\u00e9e<\/em>, which is French for \u201cbleeding.\u201d The red or black grape skins are pressed with the skins, producing a slightly pink-colored juice. This juice is fermented into wine that will become a ros\u00e9. <\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you prefer your ros\u00e9s fruity, slightly sweet, or very dry\u2014they’ll pair beautifully both beachside or poolside. Enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n

Click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0for more Cocktail Corner columns.<\/p>\n

\"Leslie<\/p>\n

When she\u2019s not busy working as the editor of Santa Barbara SEASONS, Cocktail Corner author Leslie Dinaberg writes<\/i>\u00a0mag<\/i>azine articles, newspaper columns and grocery lists. When it comes to cocktails, Leslie believes variety is the spice of life. Send your suggestions to Leslie@sbseasons.com.<\/i><\/p>\n

Originally published in Santa Barbara Seasons<\/em><\/a> on July 13, 2018.<\/p>\n

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