It may not feel like summer yet in Washington state, but today I am sharing my top Washington rosé picks for you to stock up on for the next sunny day. There is a rosé for everyone on this list; from bursting watermelon to Provencal style minerality, keep scrolling to find the Washington rosé for you!
I love to pair rosé with summer salads, fresh seafood, grilled meats, and fresh fruits and grilled veggies. Honestly, just about anything goes with rosé in the sunshine. These wines pair especially well laying in the pool on a floaty or a soire on the patio, whatever the occasion, a glass of pink never is out of style.
Best rosé wines to drink from Washington State
Provencal Style Rosé
Pale pink in color, mineral driven, and soft fruits.
Devison Vintners ‘East of the Sun’ 2021
One of the best Washington rosés that you can buy. 78% Mourvedre and 22% Grenache. It’s a lovely rose gold color in the glass and brings forth aromas of ripe pear, honeydew, white peach, and a touch of bitter herbs. The palate follows with a touch of strawberry essence, fresh peach, and just a spec of ground white pepper. $26
https://www.devisonvintners.com
Gramercy Cellars Rosé 2021
Beautiful pink salmon color with Provence-style on the nose with ripe watermelon, fresh strawberry, orange zest with a pinch of wildflowers, and crunchy acidity. $25
Gard ‘Grand Klasse’ 2021
100% Grenache. Very light and fragrant nose of pink wildflower, raspberry essence, citrus, orange blossom, dried sage. Beautiful light pink color in the glass with a palate of wet stone minerality, dried thyme and citrusy notes. $26
Hedges ‘Descendants Liégeouis Dupont’ 2021
Bright red strawberry, watermelon, peach candy, and Herbs de provence on the finish. Juicy acid, round, and absolutely delicious! Made of 45% Syrah, 23% Grenache, 16% Mourvedre, 16% Counoise. $22
https://hedgesfamilyestate.com
Fruity + Savory Rosé
Bright fruits with a savory herbal note.
Col Solare ‘Shining Hill’ 2021
Gorgeous coppery pink in the glass that is a mélange of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Malbec, 13% Cabernet Franc, 12% Merlot, and 7% Syrah. Nose of freshly picked raspberry, lemon-lime citrus, Honeydew melon, with a wonderfully balanced palate. $34
The Walls ‘Cruel Summer’ 2021
A blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre that checks in at exactly 12% alcohol and is a lovely pink salmon color in the glass. Lively notes of ripe peach, apricot, citrus, dried thyme, and some ripe apples are present on the nose and on the palate. $28
Fruity + Juicy
Fruit forward and mouth watering citrus.
Tranche ‘Pink Pape Rosé’ 2021
A blend of four traditional Châteauneuf-du-Pape grapes consisting of Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault, and Counoise that is aged in stainless steel make up this gorgeous rosé. Notes of kiwi, honeydew melon, stone fruit essence and a hint of lime zest are all present in the glass. $24
Long Shadows ‘Julia’s Dazzle’ 2021
This rosé is for the juicy fruity rosé lovers. It’s fruity and rich on the palate – think watermelon, freshly picked strawberry, and orange blossom notes. Believe it or not, this all comes from Pinot Gris grapes that were left to hang for an extended period of time in order to develop those pink colors. It’s bursting with acidity and a great value rosé for the price! $18
Kiona Rosé 2021
Light pink-orange in the bottle, this 100% Sangiovese Rosé is fruit-forward and sure to please the summer beach-going crowd. Ripe yellow peach and apricot on the nose, with a hint of watermelon rind. The palate is a touch sweet, with flavors of red raspberry, ripe nectarine, and marzipan. $22
Time & Direction Rosé 2021
A dainty and delicate light pink color in the glass, this rosé comes from Grenache from the Thunderstone Vineyard on the Royal Slope. Rosewater, strawberry essence and watermelon notes are all present alongside mouth-watering acidity and a wonderful Rainier cherry and saline finish. $24
https://timeanddirectionwines.com
Januik ‘Spring Run’ 2021
Sporting a delicate pinkish-orange color in the glass, the 2021 Januik Rosé is beautifully crisp and fresh, showing a tart raspberry, green apple, and a citrus-spritz scented bouquet with a hint of watermelon on the palate. Medium body, racy acidity, and a simple fruit-forward finish that ends completely dry. $22
https://www.noveltyhilljanuik.com
Reviews provided by Jeremy Young from International Wine Report
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