Days of Wine and Rosés

Not too long ago, wine stores hid rosé wines in the back as if they embarrassed to even put them on a shelf. Now rosés are in front and arriving from all over the world. And with so much competition, prices have dropped.

As in the past, French rosés continue to set the standard. Vintners from Tavel and Provence grow grapes just for rosé; which is made by leaving the colorless juice of grapes in contact with the red skins for a short time.

But American winemakers were catching up. They were beginning to get the perfect combination of fruit and acidity. And wine drinkers were noticing. Robert Sinskey of Robert Sinskey Vineyards says that its rosé is “our fastest-selling wine.”

There’s only one way to find out if its popularity matches its taste: Give it a try!