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| Drinking window: Drink between 2013 and 2014 (based on 32 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 89 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 79 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by tomherer on 7/19/2014 & rated 87 points: Had the 2013 last night and loved it -- saw the prior vintage at the grocery store today and thought it'd be fun to try for contrast. Glad I did; weight, flavors, finish, acidity/bitterness all uncannily similar to last night's review. Not sure I could distinguish between the two blind. However, there's a distinction if you look real hard -- this one has a hair less fruit and a very subtle vegetal (rhubarb?) note. This results in a raw, almost shrill finish -- again, it's barely noticeable, and sincerely doubt I'd have picked up on it if the 2013 weren't fresh in my mind. But gun to my head, would say this is just starting its descent, and that it's time to move up a vintage. (2260 views) | | | Tasted by RPerro on 7/1/2014 & rated 88 points: Good as always! Compares nicely with the 2013 vintage. (2305 views) | | | Tasted by saki846 on 5/8/2014: Quite acidic. ...waited too long? (2336 views) | | | Tasted by Dough Boy on 3/30/2014 & rated 90 points: Who needs a glass? I love this fun deck wine! (2528 views) | | | Tasted by Jimywags on 11/5/2013 & rated 87 points: This was my 8th bottle this summer/fall. Terrific qpr and still drinking well. Had it with an arugula and pommegranate salad. Very good pairing that I will try again! 87pts. (2860 views) | | | Tasted by jeffal66 on 10/22/2013 & rated 87 points: Fairly consistent with previous experiences but feeling less balanced with this one. Drink em while they're fresh. (1295 views) | | | Tasted by RPerro on 8/17/2013 & rated 90 points: Consistent with prior notes (1588 views) | | | Tasted by yasha on 7/28/2013 & rated 89 points: Great summer wine. going thru the 3 case, and it's really good (1600 views) | | | Tasted by mike l. on 7/26/2013 & rated 86 points: it's ok (1520 views) | | | Tasted by Graniwinkle on 7/21/2013 & rated 88 points: Watermelon pink. Nose: pepper, strawberries. Taste: very crisp, black pepper, strawberry, light body, astringent, dry. Finish: long, pepper, strawberry, watermelon. Very interesting. (1264 views) | | | Tasted by sellerscellar on 7/16/2013 & rated 91 points: Consistent...great summer sipper. (1352 views) | | | Tasted by RockinCabs on 7/4/2013 & rated 89 points: Finished the last of this off on the 4th of July. Still great new world rose that has nice fruit, refreshing palate and some interesting herb/pepper notes that reflect the syrah based wines Charles Smith makes. (1432 views) | | | Tasted by sellerscellar on 7/1/2013: Consistent. Amazing bright fruit and a perfect summer sipper. (1087 views) | | | Tasted by RockinCabs on 6/26/2013 & rated 89 points: Robust and peppery rose that had a nice Strawberry and Watermelon Jolly Rancher fruit palate. A bit sweet, but a good summer sipper as usual. (1413 views) | | | Tasted by Madkat on 6/23/2013 & rated 88 points: Nice summer bottle for the masses... tad sweet but overall very good for the price. (1286 views) | | | Tasted by jeffal66 on 6/22/2013 & rated 89 points: With a pretty hue resembling watermelon water and bright berry nose evocative of strawberry and citrus. Predominately Syrah, there’s an upfront kiss of semi-sweet followed by crackling acidity and a tart turn, just short of the point of pucker. The mouth-filling flavor, tannic notion and drying yet fruit-flush finish contribute to the complexity. A rich, intense value wine that could stand up to a broad range of foods from lighter appetizers to sliders from the grill. (1146 views) | | | Tasted by saki846 on 6/22/2013: This was very sweet, almost overwhelmingly so.
Different from how I remembered my last bottle. (1088 views) | | | Tasted by 3daywinereview.com on 6/21/2013 & rated 89 points: Clean wine with strawberries, cherries, minerals and dust. Short to medium finish and very good value Rose for $10.95. (1102 views) | | | Tasted by sellerscellar on 6/17/2013 & rated 91 points: Can't beit it at this price point for a quality rose. Perfect for summer sipping. At this price, don't sleep on buying a case...it's definitely worth is. (1124 views) | | | Tasted by edog77 on 6/15/2013 & rated 89 points: Nice peppery rose with tropical flavors. (1120 views) | | | Tasted by RPerro on 6/9/2013 & rated 89 points: Good stuff! Popped and enjoyed in sun with Kelsey. Nice acidity, good fruit, but with some decent minerality in there. Will be buying more! (1118 views) | | | Tasted by sellerscellar on 6/7/2013 & rated 91 points: Consistent (1106 views) | | | Tasted by Mike Kopanski on 6/3/2013 & rated 89 points: When I grabbed this off the shelf of our favorite local retailer, was not aware this would be my first taste of the 2012 vintage. We just shared a bottle of the 2011 last week. This has always been one of our favorite rose's. This one seem a little more tame, and elegant than previous vintages. We always love the extremely fruity style from Charles & Charles. We have extremely pink color. More roses on the nose than I expected. The soft red raspberry and strawberry fruit is fresh, vibrant and juicy while maintaining it's composure and elegance. (1093 views) | | | Tasted by valecnik on 5/31/2013 & rated 88 points: Tangy, zingy fruit and good acidity. A perennial winner. (1014 views) | | | Tasted by phil the agony on 5/30/2013 & rated 86 points: Très framboise...pas mauvais mais pas mal sucré comme rosé...à boire par temps de grande chaleur... (1305 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Charles & Charles Producer websiteRosé Blend"Rosé blend" can mean a blend of just about any varietals since the designation comes from the resulting color of the wine.Rosé Rosé - WikipediaUSAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.Washington Washington Wine Commission | Credit to Washingtonwine.org for this article
Washington Wine
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Wineries
With 30,000+ acres planted, the state has ideal geography and conditions for growing premium vinifera wine grapes. Primarily grown on their own root stocks, the vines produce grapes of consistent quality, resulting in strong vintages year after year. While its focus is on Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the region also produces a wide range of other spectacular whites and reds.
Growers
Winemakers from all over the world have chosen to establish themselves in Washington, where they can create wines reflecting this region's unique characteristics. Their hand-crafted wines are receiving wide acclaim from critics regionally, nationally and internationally for their consistently high quality. Many of them have received scores of 90 and above from the major wine media. Overall this is a higher percentage than other leading wine regions.
Regions
As the state's fourth largest fruit crop, the Washington wine industry is an important contributor to the long-term preservation of Washington agriculture. The industry is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and conservation of water resources.
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Varieties
Washington produces more than 20 wine grape varieties - a ratio of 56 percent white to 44 percent red. As the industry matures and experiments, it finds many grape varieties that thrive throughout Washington's microclimates. There are more than 16,000 vineyard acres of red wine varieties statewide.
History & Vintages
Washington's wine future is limitless. As consumers discover the quality of Washington wines, demand continues to grow nationally and internationally. New acreage and wine varietals are being planted and new wineries are opening at a remarkable pace. Washington State is recognized as a premium viticultural region around the world.
State Facts
Washington's wine industry generates more than $3 billion to the state economy. It employs more than 14,000 people, directly and indirectly, with projections to add nearly 2,000 more jobs by 2006. In terms of tax revenues accrued to the state and federal government, wine grapes are among the highest tax generators of any agricultural crops. Furthermore, Washington wine tourism attracts nearly two million visitors annually contributing to the positive growth of local and regional economies.
Washington State - the perfect climate for wine = ideal growing conditions, quality wines, business innovation, lifestyle, and social responsibility. All are key elements of this world-class wine industry.
Vintages
"2008 and even more so 2010 and 2011 were cool, even cold vintages (think: 2002 in the Barossa) without the extreme ripeness, extract and higher alcohol that had become the norm in the state’s post 1995 world. 2008 was manageable but the duo of 2010/2011 nearly caused a “great depression” in Washington State." - Jon RimmermanColumbia Valley Columbia Cascade Winery Association
The Columbia Valley AVA lies mostly in Washington state, with a small section in Oregon. The Cascade Range forms its western boundary with the Palouse regions bordering the area to the east. To the north, the Okanogan National Forest forms a border with the AVA and Canada. It encompasses the valleys formed by the Columbia River and its tributaries, including the Walla Walla River, the Snake River, and the Yakima River. The Columbia valley stretches between the 46th parallel and 47th parallel which puts it in line with the well known French wine growing regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The northern latitude gives the areas two more hours of additional daylight during the summer growing season than wine regions of California receive. The volcanic and sandy loam soil of the valley offers good drainage and is poor in nutrients, ideal in forcing the vine to concentrate its resources into the grape clusters.Columbia Valley Columbia Valley Winery Association |
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