Happy Sunday! I haven't posted in a bit since between fighting a cold and an incredibly busy time at work, I just haven't had the opportunity. But tonight that changes as I've opened a bottle from a rosé four-pack that I bought from Wines Till Sold Out, what better way to enjoy some nice summer wines from Provence? The 2021 Belles d'Eguilles Coteaux d'Aix en Provence Rosé is a blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Carignan from Provence in the south of France. So, let's see what the Mediterranean rosé has to offer!
The wine is a very pale peach color in the glass, as has been the trend with recent rosé vintages. A gentle swirl of the glass reveals aromas of peach, honeydew, tart grapefruit and a bit of lemon zest. Take a sip and out comes the sun (despite the cool, rainy weather here today) with bright citrus, strawberry and hints of melon, intermingled with some mineral notes that characterize the region. The finish is somewhat crisp, but very dry, making this wine ideal for outdoor summer dining.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 8, as it's a solid rosé at a good value, but it's not as impressive as others I've enjoyed this summer. This wine would pair well with summer salads, barbecue, burgers and brats as well as hearty fish dishes. Tonight, I am enjoying this wine with some crispy skin salmon done mid-rare, some wild rice and haricots verts almondine. Cheers!
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