Happy Saturday! We've been suffering through a real heatwave here, so what to do except enjoy some of the official wine of summer, rosé! Tonight I've opened a bottle that was delivered a couple months back from one of my favorite Walla Walla wineries, Seven Hills. The 2022 Seven Hills Columbia Valley Rosé is made from a blend of red varietals, but primarily Cabernet Franc. So, let's see how this wine is shaping up for the summer!
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The wine is a lovely salmon pink color in the glass, perhaps hinting at an ideal pairing. A gentle swirl of the glass reveals aromas of strawberry, peach and honeydew, readying your taste buds for a summer treat. The first sip is just a rush of fresh fruit, strawberry, melon and a hint of granny smith apple that transition easily to some honeysuckle and a mineral notes midpalate. The finish is crisp and dry, with a nice bit of acidity that will have this wine as a sure favorite with family and friends on the patio.
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Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 9, as it's a really pleasing rosé that I can see myself enjoying all summer long. This wine would pair well with a variety of summer salads, feta and roasted beets or sweet pickled cucumber, or some lighter seafood dishes, like cedar planked salmon or grilled octopus. Tonight, I am enjoying this with a local summer favorite, panko crusted walleye with some wild rice and steamed asparagus. Cheers!
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