Flowery, pungent and powerful, with a good level of perfume, sweet pear aromas and outright appeal. A nicely fruited palate with roundness and creamy undertones leads you to a finish of sweet citrus and grapefruit. With a full mouthfeel and clean, bold flavors, this is a winner in its class.
— M.S.
(1/1/2004)
This wine comes from cool climate vineyards near the medieval city of Carcassonne, giving it a Bordeaux feel, with structured tannic fruit, some stalky blackcurrant flavors and a ribbon of wood that gives complexity.
— R.V.
(2/1/2007)
The ripe, generous character is here, with some fresh tannins and red berry flavors. It’s open, easy-to-drink and shows good vibrant acidity.
— R.V.
(2/1/2007)
A perennial Best Buy, this juicy, fruit-filled rosé offers the ultimate in outdoor consumption, with simple, direct watermelon flavors bold enough to stand up to bbq smoke, pool chlorine and cut grass. The mouthwatering finish is a bonus.
— J.C.
(6/21/2006)
A perennial Best Buy, the Les Jamelles Cinsault is a reliable choice for summer quaffing. It's a little fuller than many rosés, but also a touch more complex, adding hints of minerality to the bold, fruity notes of cherries and watermelon.
— J.C.
(7/1/2007)
Clean and fresh with lively citrus rind and red apple flesh aromas and flavors. It’s not overdone and quite drinkable, with a soft toastiness that lingers through the finish. The texture is creamy and the swallow crisp.
— L.B.
(2/1/2012)
Extremely pale pink in color with a delicate nose of white strawberry, sweet pea florals and white cranberry vibrancy. The palate is zippy and fresh with flavors of small red berries and tangerine juice. Lightweight in the mouth with balanced acidity and a clean, concise finish. Drink now.
— L.B.
(11/1/2010)