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September Rosés That Sing Into Fall
The 2023 Decoy California Rosé has been highlighted on Forbes.com in the article September Rosés That Sing Into Fall. Lana Bortolot describes it as “tropical toned, with sweet tangerine and honeydew and heady white florals sharing the stage…” A perfect choice for the transition into fall.
September may signal the turn of the seasons.
But not a turn of heart (at least, not mine!) when it comes to drinking rosé. As readers of this column know, I have been a steadfast supporter of drinking the pink-hued wines well beyond the summer months and beyond the traditional borders. The fall months, in particular, offer opportunities to try different styles that go deeper in fruit and structure and pair well with dishes that either transition from summer to fall or straddle both seasons. California rosés, many made from Pinot Noir grapes, do that particularly well, as they carry over a darker fruit and earthy profile. Here are a few to try.
Bouchaine, Vin Gris of Pinot Noir 2023, Carneros, Napa Valley.
This comes in a tall, slender bottle as part of the winery’s estate selection series. Salmon pink, this is a tropical-fruit-inflected rosé carried by melon, silky guava and juicy watermelon. The finish is a little earthy, reminding you of its Pinot roots. Vin Gris, meaning “gray wine” is a variant of the rosé style and uses a very short maceration to keep the color light. Good match with spicy Asian foods.