I’ve enjoyed many new Rosés this summer from Virginia to Italy to France. And as the last weekend of summer is upon us, I’m enjoying a glass of it on the deck. I thought I’d share with you my favorite new Rosé discoveries of the season.

2011 VieVité Rosé

  • Variety: 30% Cinsault, 30% Syrah, 20% Grenache, 20% Carignan from Provence, France
  • Aroma: Strawberry and spice notes
  • Taste: Light, fresh, delicate, strawberries
  • Price: $19.99
  • My thoughts: I enjoyed two glass of this one at The Champagne Bar at The Plaza in New York City at the beginning of the summer season. Always a great spot for a drink (even though one glass cost about what the suggested retail bottle price is :) )! It’s exactly what a Provence Rosé should be. Produced by Domaine Sainte Marie, located just 15km outside of Saint Tropez, France, it’s vines are from 25 to 80 years old.

2012 Early Mountain Rosé

  • Variety: Malbec and Merlot from Virginia
  • Aroma: Rich red fruits
  • Taste: Full bodied strawberries and raspberries with spicy hints
  • Price: $18
  • My thoughts: On a visit to Early Mountain Vineyards in July, this was a wine several of us tried after our official tasting. Their first Rosé it was fantastic. Definitely a fuller bodied version made with Malbec and Merlot, it will still be a nice glass for the warmer days of September.

Cheers to summer’s wine favorites and new discoveries to come in Autumn!