Thursday Virtual Happy Hour: Cool the Rose'
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Often a salmon pink hue, this style is most closely associated with the hills of Provence in southern France. Rosé accounts for over half of production in that region. These wines can feature various grape varieties. Cinsault is often prominent, along with Carignan Grenache, Mourvèdre and Tibouren. The international varieties Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are becoming more common as components. Elsewhere, Pinot Noir is often the grape variety used to deliver a similar style. Gamay can also be used, but examples are harder to find.
One of the great features of Provence rosé and similar styles is their flexibility with various foods. Such a wine is a great partner for a picnic, or a summer dinner at a restaurant where diners order variously salads, fish, or grilled meats. For the latter there is just enough red wine character, (though citrus and beef can also work well together, as shown in Asian cuisines).
We have a choice of videos to watch including:
- https://youtu.be/PFAaRqlYH2o?si=WvbdRxOPdoPqTJzh - Let's Explore Rosé! - Wine Folly (5:44)
- https://youtu.be/nY7iLseYjEQ?si=KWzYCHhjOG3zww0Z - What is ROSÉ wine? - EVERYTHING you need to know about delicious PINK WINE! - "V is for Vino" (6:40)
- https://youtu.be/GMIYXVH68VE?si=-qr7CAMG5lyCANCp - The Beginners Guide to ROSE Wine - No Sediment (6:40)
So, pick up a bottle and watch a couple of videos. Let us know what you’re drinking and eating, and, if possible, the region from which your wine comes. Do you have any comments (positive or negative) about the videos? And, as always, tell us what’s going on in your life - what's happening with you, how you're feeling about things, updates, successes, challenges - as much or as little as you’re willing to disclose. We are in this together. And - thank goodness - we have wine!
Cheers!!