As in almost every vintage, this consistent, flavorful rosé was an excellent value.
Eye: Disconcerting color -- not pink or salmon like most rosés, but a diluted but almost fluorescent ruby/garnet color. Not to worry, though. It gets better.
Nose: Beautifully fruity noise, with ripe, crisp scents of strawberries, grapes, and watermelon. Maybe even a hint of banana. Just a hint of faintly bitterish minerals in the background to balance out all that fruit.
Mouth: Good concentration, length, and balance, especially for a wine at this bargain price point. Not complex, but lots of dry, refreshing fruit.
Score: 87.
Cellar or drink? As with all rosés, drink now now now.
Price/store: $8 at Spec's on Westheimer.
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