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Red Bicyclette Rosé 2004

The Gallo family's Red Bicyclette label is a fun and appropriate vehicle for delivering southern French terroir for less than ten bucks.

The source of fruit for Red Bicyclette Rosé is the Languedoc region in the south of France near the Mediterranean and the border with Spain. The blend is mostly Syrah and Grenache, plus a small amount of Cinsault. Tasting Notes. Color: Persimmon red tinted pink. Aromas: Orange, lime, cherry and floral/rose essences. Light-bodied and tart, the citrus and light red fruit flavors finish crisp and clean. Closure: Artificial "neocork".    Very nice value ($9). Drink up! The 2005 has been released.

Domaine De Fontsainte Corbiéres Rosé 2004

Kermit Lynch is serious about French Rosé, and he imports several choices in the under $15 range.  Kermit has been credited with helping revive interest in quality rosés, by continuing to import them even when they were very much out of favor a number of years back.

Domaine De Fontsainte Gris de Gris Rosé  is from Corbiéres, in southern France, The blend is of 40% Grenache Gris, 30% Carignan and 30% Cinsault. Tasting Notes. Color: Salmon orange transparent. Aromas: Strawberry, citrusy orange, cold blossoms, melon and hints of herbs. The mouthfeel is medium bodied, very tart, dry and a bit tannic. The citrusy, cherry/berry and spiced tea flavors reverberate in the firm dry finish. Closure: Real cork. Very nice value ($13).   Drink up!  The 2005 is coming soon.  Great by itself or with chicken salad.