Lost the cellar so drinking this one a bit later than normal. The wine is holding well with a fresh nose, good acid, and dash of tannin. It had thrown some tartrates, but it is still a nice clean dry rose.
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great import from Kermit Lynch and drink while it's fresh but not too cold. A bit too much fruit for me for a Frenchie but that's the region. Good blend of varietals and wonderful nose as it warms up while drinking - even better when open for a bit. Only $11 from our store
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Pleasant aromas of watermelon, red cherry & biscuit dough. The flavors match the nose perfectly, with light acid & a mid-length finish. Easy-drinking and refreshing.
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Either slight bottle variation or (more likely) state of mind variation. Still fantastic value, summertime in a glass. This bottle was even better on day 2. $12 well spent.
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You're at a beachhouse with friends, the weather's hot, and you're serving up several different types of food. What refreshing, all-purpose beverage should one drink under these circumstances? This.
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Just the right shade of pink. On the nose and palate I believe I detect (but cannot confirm because the producer's and importer's websites are silent upon the point) the presence of a yeast selected for its froot-enhancing properties. It's a little much for me, so that I prefer a glass diluted with an ice cube or two.
A lot of that melony fruitiness has toned down by day 2--this has become a bit more austere and more to my taste. In its price range ($13) this is just fine.
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light to medium body and mouthfeel; nice clean watermelon and some strawberry; ethereal, dry and balanced; ends with a satisfying fine mineral/lemony acidity; the summer patio sipper again this year.
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As always, best cheap rose on the market. There are better things as you move into the $17+ price point, but for $12 this has to be the everyday rose of choice. I have to say, I might prefer last year's offering, but this is still great. No detailed notes -- this is rose!
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2011 Rosés (Beltramo's, Menlo Park, CA): Pretty nose of strawberry and flowers. Light to medium bodied with low to medium acidity. Mix of tart and ripe strawberry fruit, touch of lemon. Nice balance and my wotf.
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Beautiful all around. Light pink-salmon colored. Strawberries and watermelon with a hint of brineyness providing supporting structure and interest. A fantastic value (~$13).
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A very nice rosé, which did nothing but get better in the glass. Lovely balance, fresh and vibrant, but with a sense of fleshiness. A bit of a harsh finish, but only slightly so, and not enough to take away from the overall enjoyment. A repurchase.
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7/6/2013 - metel Likes this wine: 89 Points
Dry with good raspberry aroma and taste. Enjoyed it.
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5/16/2013 - cartime Likes this wine: 90 Points
Still alive, but definitely drink up this summer. Starting to lose its precision. A consistent favorite year after year, though.
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5/9/2013 - tantotinto wrote: 88 Points
David_T described this wine perfectly below.
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4/24/2013 - Woodbridge Brad Likes this wine: 86 Points
Lost the cellar so drinking this one a bit later than normal. The wine is holding well with a fresh nose, good acid, and dash of tannin. It had thrown some tartrates, but it is still a nice clean dry rose.
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11/7/2012 - xwine wrote:
Elegant, crisp, light red fruit (raspberries?), very well balanced.
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11/4/2012 - Allman74 Likes this wine: 89 Points
Clean, fresh taste. Relatively dry, could use a bit more acid but for $12-$13 its a great value and a super summer wine.
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9/2/2012 - wabi47 wrote: 87 Points
good watermelon and strawberry with a bit of mineral; a bit softer and less vibrant than i recall
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8/27/2012 - Enfant sauvage wrote: 90 Points
The perfect beach wine.
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8/16/2012 - ctbob wrote:
V. good; drink now
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8/5/2012 - Colima74 wrote: 90 Points
Good acidity and fruit. Been a dependable summer rose.
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8/3/2012 - Urban Vines Likes this wine: 88 Points
great import from Kermit Lynch and drink while it's fresh but not too cold. A bit too much fruit for me for a Frenchie but that's the region. Good blend of varietals and wonderful nose as it warms up while drinking - even better when open for a bit. Only $11 from our store
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7/22/2012 - David_T wrote: 88 Points
Pleasant aromas of watermelon, red cherry & biscuit dough. The flavors match the nose perfectly, with light acid & a mid-length finish. Easy-drinking and refreshing.
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7/6/2012 - Enfant sauvage wrote:
Either slight bottle variation or (more likely) state of mind variation. Still fantastic value, summertime in a glass. This bottle was even better on day 2. $12 well spent.
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7/4/2012 - drinkfunkyanddance wrote:
Fantastic wine for the price, refreshing. Probably the quintessential rosé. I want it in a big bottle.
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6/23/2012 - Gail and Len wrote:
We both love this Rose. Dry and more flavorful than most
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6/16/2012 - JE Likes this wine: 89 Points
Great wine. Fresh, light, acid with a nice strawberry finish. Great QPR
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6/15/2012 - Ben Christiansen wrote:
Damn is this good for its price.
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6/11/2012 - Billigan wrote: 89 Points
You're at a beachhouse with friends, the weather's hot, and you're serving up several different types of food. What refreshing, all-purpose beverage should one drink under these circumstances? This.
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6/11/2012 - Enfant sauvage wrote: 90 Points
This one was better than my first bottle of 2011. Summertime in a glass.
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6/5/2012 - slanum wrote:
Just the right shade of pink. On the nose and palate I believe I detect (but cannot confirm because the producer's and importer's websites are silent upon the point) the presence of a yeast selected for its froot-enhancing properties. It's a little much for me, so that I prefer a glass diluted with an ice cube or two.
A lot of that melony fruitiness has toned down by day 2--this has become a bit more austere and more to my taste. In its price range ($13) this is just fine.
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6/4/2012 - wabi47 wrote: 90 Points
light to medium body and mouthfeel; nice clean watermelon and some strawberry; ethereal, dry and balanced; ends with a satisfying fine mineral/lemony acidity; the summer patio sipper again this year.
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6/4/2012 - Enfant sauvage wrote:
As always, best cheap rose on the market. There are better things as you move into the $17+ price point, but for $12 this has to be the everyday rose of choice. I have to say, I might prefer last year's offering, but this is still great. No detailed notes -- this is rose!
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6/2/2012 - zscheiner Likes this wine: 90 Points
2011 Rosés (Beltramo's, Menlo Park, CA): Pretty nose of strawberry and flowers. Light to medium bodied with low to medium acidity. Mix of tart and ripe strawberry fruit, touch of lemon. Nice balance and my wotf.
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5/26/2012 - RobertDwyer wrote: 90 Points
Beautiful all around. Light pink-salmon colored. Strawberries and watermelon with a hint of brineyness providing supporting structure and interest. A fantastic value (~$13).
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5/20/2012 - zheem wrote:
one of the best QPR's for rose. Fresh crisp and interesting!
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5/20/2012 - patrickt wrote: 90 Points
Great for rose.
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5/19/2012 - AndrewR wrote: 86 Points
flabby and clumsy. melony.
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5/3/2012 - Ben Christiansen wrote:
Deliciously wonderful as always. A steal at $17.99.
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4/24/2012 - xwine wrote:
A very nice rosé, which did nothing but get better in the glass. Lovely balance, fresh and vibrant, but with a sense of fleshiness. A bit of a harsh finish, but only slightly so, and not enough to take away from the overall enjoyment. A repurchase.
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4/21/2012 - OldSpec Likes this wine: 89 Points
Summer fruits on the nose, nice mouth feel of fruity acid, medium finish. Good QPR.
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4/15/2012 - Colima74 wrote: 90 Points
Salmon in color, with lots of spice on the nose. Strawberry, melon, red raspberry fruit, with good acidity and tannins. Tasty for $12.
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3/31/2012 - Poupon wrote:
The one thing that is so amazing about this wine is that this wine has no bitterness in the finish, a rarity in rose style wines
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3/7/2012 - Ben Christiansen wrote:
Very tasty and as always wonderful.
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3/3/2012 - wabi47 wrote: 88 Points
currant, mineral, must; great at a party (via kermit lynch)
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3/3/2012 - Joshiemac Likes this wine: 90 Points
An almost salty/briny attack on the front palate backed by raspberry and melon. Refreshing acidity throughout. Everything I want from a rose.
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2/13/2012 - hutch wrote: 89 Points
Soft, round aromatics. Just a lovely wine. 89+
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