Enjoying the summer through rosé coloured glasses

As we all get deeper into summer, high season and high temperatures here in the Algarve, I started thinking, ‘What is the perfect wine to unwind with, to share by the pool or at the beach? As well as something light and fresh to pair with grilled sardines?’ And I started seeing pink!

As rosé wine has seen an increase in consumer interest more recently here in Portugal, many producers are taking the risk and producing fresh rosé wines made from only red grapes. My number one pick is actually the first rosé wine to be released from this producer. It is a 2023 vintage that only landed on the shelves a few weeks ago. 

Adega do Passo Premium Rosé, Borba, Alentejo 2023 7.30€ – buy only at Wines&Co.

The quintessential pale rose colour would make any lover of French rosé salivate. Extremely dry, well-balanced and mineral, it is influenced by the Atlantic climate. It is fresh and light with hints of white peach and raspberry, and a long mineral finish.

Gravura do Côa Rosé Douro 2022 5.90€ – buy at Wines&Co and Online

This is a classic Douro blend of Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz. It is a lovely pale salmon colour, dry, balanced, and smooth. It is refreshing with hints of strawberries, apricot and cream, delicate and lightly mineral. 

Valmaduro Premium Rosé, Lisbon 2022 Casa Santos Lima 4.49€ – buy at Continente

A lovely blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Castelão, a very fruit-forward rosé with a dry finish. Full of juicy, sugar-kissed strawberries, cherry and mango.

I’d love to hear your feedback and what other tasting notes you might find in your wines that I haven’t mentioned. 

candyleacane@me.com

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