I'm catering a garden party in June and my client asked whether I could serve some Rose wine among others. I have to admit I'm not too familiar with Rose. I've had decent ones served as part of tasting menus but failed to take notes. Could anyone here please recommend a decent Rose within the $20ish/bottle range? Thanks!
I'm not much of a Rose drinker and most I've tried are just too light and simple. However, I tried one from Wild Coyote in Paso Robles, California that was incredible. A Rose with quite a bit of complexity to it. Not like any other I've tried. They only distribute around California but they offer mail order as well.
Among North American wines, I always like the Cabernet Rose from Simi and the Petite Rose from Mirassou. DO NOT BUY ANYTHING OLDER THAN A 2005 Vintage. I'm sure retailers and restaurants still have 2004's they need to unload.......
There are many fine Rose's in France like from areas like Anjou, Tavel and Provence.
Avoid Richard's Wild Irish Rose
Thanks Joe and good luck in Florida. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this thread. I'll let you know which wine my client ultimately chooses and how it goes over with the guests. While I was unfamiliar with rose wines I would never have stooped to purchasing Richard's Wild Irish Rose, unless my clients were homeless.
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