Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer comes with ideas of the beach, BBQing on the grill, alfresco dining, hanging by the pool and summer cocktails. Because I'm a wine drinker, I often gravitate towards cold crisp white wines in the summer; however this summer I'm going to start drinking more rosé wine. Rosé wine is created from red skinned grapes that when crushed, the skins are only allowed to be in contact with the juice for a short period (usually 2-3 days) creating a blush or rose colored wine. Rosé wines originated in France but now you can find good (and inexpensive) rosé wines from both the old and new world. Some of the best rosé wine comes from the Rhone region of France where the Syrah and Grenache grapes are blended, these wines tend to be dry and slightly full and crisp. Rosé wine can be dry as a bone to almost sweet (a blush wine)...They are served chilled and in a white wine glass. I love a dry rosé on a hot summer day as much as a Sancerre or good Chardonnay.
So in hot weather, when opting for a refreshing glass of wine, why not try a rosé.
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