Rosé


The rosés of southern France are still the world’s benchmark when it comes to wine lovers’ favorite summer drink, but the popularity of the category has meant a growing number of regions and producers getting in on the act. The range of styles varies widely, and prices are generally low, so there’s little impediment to finding a bottle to enjoy.

90 $20 Bieler Père & Fils Bandol Rosé Réserve 2015
France Shows intensity, with wet stone and savory notes underneath the white raspberry, peach and strawberry flavors. (J.M.)
90 $19 Les Vignerons de Tavel Tavel Cuvée Royale 2015
France Not shy, with a core of raspberry and red currant fruit, yet this distinctive rosé still shows refreshing cut. (J.M.)
89 $15 Canoe Ridge Rosé The Expedition Columbia Valley 2015
Washington  Light and dry, this is zippy with acidity and lively with citrus and watermelon flavors, with a pretty herbal note. (H.S.)
89 $15 Carol Shelton Rosé Wild Thing Rendezvous Mendocino County 2015
California A festive rosé, with a bold color and zesty notes of raspberry and orange zest, plus lots of spice. (T.F.)
89 $12 Yalumba Sangiovese South Australia Rosé The Y Series 2015
Australia Watermelon, strawberry and melon flavors are supple and juicy, with a spicy finish. (M.W.)
88 $12 Castello Banfi Toscana Rosé Centine 2015
Italy Cherry and berry fruit notes and a touch of mineral are allied to a lush texture in this mouthfilling rosé. (B.S.)
88 $10 Domaine Barcelo Île de Beauté Rosé 2015
France Pretty, with a hint of talc leading the way for a core of white cherry, orange pith and white peach flavors. (J.M.)
88 $14 Robert Hall Rosé Paso Robles 2015
California  A lively rosé, with ripe strawberry and watermelon flavors and zesty spice notes. (T.F.)
88 $18 Hecht & Bannier Côtes de Provence Rosé 2015
France   Lively, with a savory hint to the fresh white peach and white cherry flavors. (J.M.)
88 $15 Klinker Brick Rosé Lodi 2015
California Crisp and lively, with appealing flavors of strawberry, raspberry and spice. (T.F.)
88 $17 Leone de Castris Salento Rosato Five Roses 2015
Italy A creamy rosé, with bright acidity, this offers ripe strawberry and cherry fruit, with orange peel and stone notes. (A.N.)