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Forbes
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
The World's Rosé Wines Range Widely In Color, Aroma And Taste
Rose wine bottles with lobster and oyster in plate It is that time again when all wine writers are required to file an article on rosé wines simply because so many people tag them to Mother's Day, springtime, summertime and other warm weather events. But far be it from me to perpetuate the idea that rosés are to be forgotten when cool weather drifts in, and to my mind there is no better or more celebratory than rosé Champagnes and sparkling wines. So here goes, with a bunch of refreshing and sometimes surprising rosés for the next few months' easy drinking. New York State's Konstantin Frank makes an array of Rosé wines. Konstantin Frank makes a series of dry roses that belie the idea that roses are 'sweet pink stuff.' The producer's Dry Rosé ($17) is an intriguing blend of (Generous and Layered): An artful blend led by Saperavi––a Georgian favored in the Finger Lakes for body––and Pinot Noir, while its Dry Rosé of Pinot Noir ($20) has lovely floral notes and echoes of red Pinot Noirs. They also make a Dry Rosé of Blaufränkisch ($20) made from an Austrian varietal grown and picked from the Seneca Lake vineyard, It is quite crisp and has an acid edge that makes if good with charcuterie and cheeses. Roaring '20a artwork on Pale Rosé wine The Pale Rosé 2024 ($18). This was created by the renowned Sacha Lichine of the Whispering Angel line. It is crisp and has a pale rose color, made from Grenache, Rolle, Syrah and Cinsault for layers of flavor, with a pretty in pink Jazz Age label. Vilarnau Brut Reserva Rosé Cava ($16). A Spanish beauty made from organically grown Garnacha and Pinot Noir, aged on the lees for a minimum of 15 months, so it has some heft while remaining a refreshment and bubbles enough for any light food. The grapes are chilled so as to preserve the aromatics in their skins; the varietals are fermented separately in stainless steel tanks for 30 days, blended and put through a second fermentation lasting six weeks then the cava remains on the lees for 15 months. finely blended non-vintage Champagne from Niclas Feuillatte Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Réserve Exclusive Rosé NV ($70) is crafted from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier, with charming notes of raspberry and strawberry, a high quality non-vintage sister of its vintage Champagnes from this illustrious house. The dominance of the Pinot Noir expresses its fine fruit while the other give it nuance. Planeta Rosé 2024 ($20), You can imagine that a Sicilian rosé (rosato, in Italian) will be bigger bodied than most, and this blend of Syrah and Nero d'Avola is a nutty, robust quality that is excellent with seafood of any kind and ideal for an aperitif wine at a god price for parties. Actress Sarah Jessica Parker is a partner in the new Invivo Rosé wine venture. Invivo X, SJP Rosé 2024 ($20). A youthful rosé from South Provence made in a family estate partnership with actress Sarah Jessica Parker as a traditional blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah that is properly dry and goes with the food of the region like fowl and lamb scented with Provençal herbs. Bertani Bertarosé 2024 ($18). Italy's highly regarded Bertani from Veneto has produced this since the 1930s, now made from a blend of Corvina, Molinara, Corvinone and Rondinella planted on the inland hills of Italy's Lake Garda on young Valpolicella vines. So you get considerable complexity, with berry and spices flavors and a delectable acidity that will accompany dishes like lake fish or pasta with seafood very well. A very pale Rosé wine from Provence. Gassier Côtes de Provence ($25). Rosés are the stand-outs of Provence wine and this blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and a touch of Rolle has a touch of the Mediterranean sea salt air n it, making it perfect for hearty seafood dishes like bouillabaisse, crabs and ,lobster A not-too-expensive Champagne of great elegance. Champagne Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé ($90). Stock up for summer on this superlative rosé Champagne before the tariffs hit hard. It's made from 40% Chardonnay sourced from the marque's finest crus, 30% and 30% Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier aged on the lees for 36 months, which gives it elegance and finesse. and has a golden rose color and lovely bouquet. It's a splurge for a wedding but then what are splurges for? (It's available in magnums, too.)Very good match with salmon, poultry and cheeses like Camembert and Brie. Gerard Bertrand French Cancan Vrut Nature Rose NV ($30). A fun, uncomplicated rose sparkling blush wine pf Pinot Noir, Cinsault and Chardonnay, aged for six month, partially on the lees for more body and including some wines from the 2020 vintage.
Forbes
28-03-2025
- Lifestyle
- Forbes
10 American Rieslings To Know From New York To Napa Valley
getty Riesling is both a white grape and wine variety that is often maligned with sweet, inexpensive labels. Riesling, however, is actually one of the most unique wines in the world as it is available in a variety of styles, ranging from bone dry to sweet dessert wines. Native to Germany's Rhine, Riesling thrives across the country, and throughout neighboring regions in Europe, in high altitude appellations with terraced vineyards like Alsace in France and Wachau in Austria. In recent years, New World wine regions like Australia and the U.S. have produced some outstanding expressions of Riesling. In the U.S., the best styles of Riesling have historically come out of the Finger Lakes in New York, and while that's still certainly true, other storied wine regions throughout the U.S. have invested in the grape, showcasing delightful expressions, from Texas to Oregon, even western Colorado and of course, Napa. Read on to discover 10 American Rieslings to stock your wine cellar with. Nosing this Riesling, its origins are not immediately apparent, thanks to intense honey and white blossom aromatics from a small amount of noble rot. The medium palate, plush with ripe pear and vibrant acidity, is a perfect example of a dry Riesling in traditional German Kabinett (read: dry) style. // SRP $45 The grapes used for this crisp, citrus-forward Riesling are grown in California's cool climate of Monterey County, which allows for a naturally bright acidity and freshness in the glass. Fetzer's Riesling finishes off-dry as they stop fermentation before completion to express a hint of peach jam or tangy pineapple. // SRP $10 Dr Konstantin Frank is a leading producer of Riesling in the Finger Lakes Dr. Konstantin Frank was the first to plant Riesling in the Finger Lakes region in New York. As the pioneer of stateside Riesling, the winery features a portfolio of Riesling styles to choose from, but this bottle represents their classic, dry style that made them a household name. Produced with grapes from their original vines dating back to 1958, the wine displays ripe cantaloupe and dried apricot flavors that are balanced by the variety's quintessential petrol note and searing acidity. // SRP $20 Paul Hobbs is a revered winemaker around the globe, and while he got his start in Napa Valley, his most recent work in the Finger Lakes showcases the success of newcomers to the region. The 2019 vintage of this estate dry riesling was the first release from Hillick & Hobbs, located in Seneca Lake, and it's continuously delivered with its masterful tension, freshness and subtle earthy note. // SRP $35 This Dundee, Oregon-based winery might be reputed for its quality sparkling wines, however, their Nusshaus Riesling has a storied background of its own, dating back to 1988. Grown in Eola-Amity Hills, the fruit used for this wine was harvested at the end of October; the higher level of natural sweetness produces this semi-sweet expression evocative of a German Spätlese (Spätlese, meaning late harvest). Don't let the mention of sweetness be off-putting; Nusshaus presents layers of flavor with balanced freshness and acidity that lends itself as a brilliant culinary wine. Try pairing it with rich, spicy dishes like ramen noodles or Thai curries. // SRP $35 Brooks Estate has been dedicated to showcasing its Willamette Valley locale's potential for expressive Rieslings since its founding in 1998. They've made a name for themselves with their terroir-driven Riesling series, like the 100 cases of Monks Gate, a dry Riesling with bright acid and a lengthy mineral-driven finish. It's the perfect starting point to their greater collection of dry, medium-sweet and even sparkling Riesling. The Ordinary Fellow Riesling from Palisade, Colorado. If you truly want to taste the unexpected, turn to this Colorado-produced Riesling from The Ordinary Fellow. The Palisade-based winery crafts all its varieties from fruit grown along the Colorado River at 6,500 feet above sea level. The stony, loam soils and climatic conditions (very hot days and cool nights) mimic the best growing conditions on steep slopes along the Rhine, which results in optimal expressions of Riesling. This Riesling offers aromatics of Meyer lemon and an herbal note of fennel before racing acidity on the palate that finishes with lingering dried apricot. // SRP $32 Branded under the 'lightly sweet' category of their extensive wine portfolio, Garden Creek Winery's off-dry riesling is bursting with the sweetness and lushness of juicy white peach and a crispness from Granny Smith apple undertones. Their winemaker suggests serving it at 45°F with spring rolls and spicy Vietnamese fish sauce (nuoc cham). // SRP $30 The Rieslings out of Washington state are renowned for their impressive acidity and Chateau Ste Michelle's old-vine signature is no exception. Cold Creek was planted in the 1970s and exists as one of the state's oldest vineyards; its fruit is characterized by ripe fruit intensity which the winery balances by picking the grapes over a four week period to showcase varying sweetness levels for a complex palate in flavor and structure. // SRP $22 Produced in a style akin to Alsatian Riesling (read: bone dry), Shenandoah Vineyards adds their own twist to this wine with slight oak aging to create a fuller body. Its aromatic notes of white flowers and lemon zest open to a mineral-forward wine that pairs beautifully with light, summer dishes — the winemaker suggests shrimp scampi or nutty cheeses. // SRP $26
