Have you noticed more pinks among the bottles of reds and whites in your local wine selection? Learn more about rosé—and the best food pairings for this blushing wine category.
Have you noticed more pinks among the bottles of reds and whites in your local wine selection? Learn more about rosé—and the best food pairings for this blushing wine category.
Have you noticed more pinks among the bottles of reds and whites in your local wine selection? That’s because rosés are taking over. Rosés are a type of wine that incorporates some of the color from the grape skins, but not enough to qualify as a red wine—and they range in taste from sweet and sparkling to bone dry.
I’ve always been a fan of rosé wine—I think it’s partially because my middle name is Rose, partially because I prefer drinking chilled wines, and partially because I’m a notorious compromiser (and there’s really no better compromise between red and white wine than a varietal that’s a little bit of both).
How rosés are made
Many people mistakenly think rosés are a blend of red and white wine. In fact, rosés are made by shortening the length of the “grape skin contact” stage that happens in the process of making red wine. As a result, a beautiful blush pink wine is created that has a rich body (like a red wine), but it’s served chilled and is extremely refreshing (like a white wine).
Rosé matches made in heaven
Considering picking up a bottle of rosé? I highly recommend it for that end-of-summer sipper that matches up well with so many foods. Here are some pairing suggestions to get started. Just add a beautiful summer sky and little soft music in the background and soon everything will be coming up rosé.
Pair a fruity and delicate rosé (such as Bodegas Serres Tempranillo Garnacha Rosé) with:
• Crisp fruity salads (Try: Tangy Field Salad with Tarragon Dressing)
• Burgers
• Red-sauce pizzas
• Quinoa and other whole grains
• Seafood
Pair a dry and crisp rosé (such as NV Cordon Brut Rosado) with:
• Herb-filled flatbreads (Try: Sage & Onion Focaccia)
• Camembert, Brie, Swiss, and blue cheese
• Cheesy toasts
• Mushroom tart or quiche
• Beets
Pair a sparkling rosé (such as Llopart Cave Rosé Brut) with
• Risotto
• Roasted vegetables (Try: Roasted Sweet Potato Sticks)
• Chicken or turkey
• Tomato dishes
Have you tried an excellent rose? What's your favorite food and wine pairing?
