The new 2019 Rosés are starting to come in and we are getting some deals on some of the 2018’s. That makes it Rosé Season!! Chill a bottle or two and wait for a clear afternoon. (noon if you are home schooling.)
New 2019’s
2019 Sleight of Hand Magician’s Assistant $18
Cabernet Franc
Aromas and flavors of pomegranate, white flowers, and Spring rain, all buoyed by a backbone of minerality and acid. Fermented in stainless steel and aged in neutral barrels.
2019 Lauribert Cuvée de Lisa $12
Grenache
Expressive nose of summer fruits (redcurrant, raspberry, strawberry). Harmonious in the mouth, fresh with a pleasant persistence and very long on the fruit aromas found in the nose. 13% alcohol by volume
2019 Blanville Solal Rosé $12
50% Grenache Gris, 50% Cinsault
This Languedoc rosé opens with soft aromas of white cherry, peach, cantaloupe and cranberry. The melon flavors continue through to the palate, while the finish offers a refreshing astringent citrus-pith flavor. 12% alcohol by volume
2019 Mark Ryan The Vincent Rosé $15
40% Merlot, 37% Syrah, 12% Cabernet Franc, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon
delightful citrus and floral aromas that mirror on the palate. Soft fruit flavors include cranberries, salmon berries, melon, and pear. Bright acidity and honeysuckle combine and linger on the finish.
2019 Sodo Cellars Love Birds Rosé $14
77% Sangiovese, 23% Syrah
Aromas of white peach, dehydrated strawberries and pink grapefruit hop out of the glass. On the palate this wine showcases juicy acidity with stone fruit and slight tropical notes. 11.6% alcohol by volume
2019 Clos des Luminieres L’eclat Rosé $10
40% Cinsault, 30% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre
An intense nose of strawberries, a balanced mouth feel. Red fruit and cherries complemented with notes of citrus fruits, spices, and a minerally finish. The different aromas of each grape variety increases the complexity of this wine.
2019 Rezabal Txakoli Rezabal Rosé $15
Hondarrabi Belza
This vivacious rose from the Basque region in northern Spain has lip-smacking acidity, wild strawberry, sea salt and fresh grapefruit impressions that make for a delicious thirst quencher. 10.5% alcohol by volume
Deals of 2018’s
2018 Château Des Annibales Suivez-Moi-Jeune-Homme Rosé $15
40% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 20% Cinsault, 10% Rolle
Aromas of raspberry, lime, candy, slightly minty notes, give a very generous bouquet. On the palate, this wine is rich, with notes evolving towards strawberries and blueberries with a smooth minerality, adding freshness, and a long finish with persisting notes of red fruit. Organic 13% alcohol by volume Was $20 now $15
2018 Routas Rosé $12
48% Cinsault, 35% Grenache, 20% Syrah
Freshly cut watermelon, ripe peach aromas and floral notes lead to a palate alive with wild strawberries and hints of mineral notes. Crisp acidity and a refreshing finish. 13% alcohol by volume Was $16 Was $12
Standard Favorites
Still Here.
2018 Commanderie de la Bargemone Coteaux d’Aix en Provence $17
40% Grenache, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Syrah, 10% Cinsault, 5% Rolle
Aromas of wild strawberries and red currants, with a light, floral character and a crisp, bone-dry palate with a complex long finish. Sustainable. 13% alcohol by volume
2018 Le Galantin Bandol Rosé $22
50% Mourvédre, 25% Grenache, 25% Cinsault
A classic Provencal rose with delightful fresh berry fruit flavors, spices and a crisp finish. Organic
2018 La Spinetta Il Rosé di Casanova $20
Sangiovese
Aromas of sliced peaches, flowers, stones and chalk very complex with full body and round yet agile and dynamic intensity, salty, linear, energetic backbone of acidity, great structure and lovely finish. 12.5% alcohol by volume
Our new hours for order pick up are:
Wednesday through Sunday from Noon to 4pm
There are three ways to place orders.
Email us anytime.
Call us during Shop Hours
Or if you are on your daily walk and want to grab a bottle or three, say hello or rap on the glass and we will come to the door to wait on you.
Info@MadronaWineMerchants.com
Phone 206-860-6017
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