2005 Grenache Rose, Santa Barbara County

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About this wine:

Not quite red, not quite white, the notion of a Rose tends to strike a subconscious fear of identity crisis. Will you be seen drinking this? And what if you like it? Will you be seen as an amateur, a simpleton in the world of big red wine drinkers? Will you deteriorate to drinking box wine over ice? Are you really where you should be at this stage of your life? Scary stuff, but we understand, and we’re here for you. We’re happy to report that after years of research we’ve never seen anybody start the big downhill slide or lose significant social standing by drinking Grenache Rose, especially if it’s served lightly chilled while you stand at the barbeque grilling baby back ribs for your best friends. So on that warm afternoon, with those big chunks of mesquite hardwood coals just getting fired up, open the bottle. Drink what works. Drink what you like. Feel the confidence.

 

Awards

89 pts. Red Wine Buzz, August 2006