Heat wave ushering in the start of summer? Perfect time to reach for a rosé. Crisp, dry and refreshing, these pink-tinged wines are food-friendly and pair perfectly with a range of summer fare. Rosé wines are produced around the world in a range of hues and styles from many different grapes.
But not all of them are worthy of a place on your table. I recently gathered with my local tasting group to evaluate three dozen newly released rosés from around the world. The salmon-pink Provence-style rosés garnered the highest praise, but other regions in southern France, Oregon and Argentina were also popular.
Here are our seven favorites: Chateau Maris 2023 Rosé — France An exceptional, delicious value rosé made from organically grown syrah and grenache grapes from the foothills of the Black Mountains near Carcassonne in southern France. It’s dry and refreshing, evoking sunny days on the Mediterranean, brimming with fresh red fruit notes and a hint of orange zest on the finish. Also available in cans, perfect for days on the beach, boating or poolside.
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