While dry rose’ wines have been enjoyed for centuries in many European countries, the White Zinfandel craze of the 1980’s has left many Americans a bit confused by any pink-hued wine. Dry rose’ wines can be produced by most any red grape, and are often made by the local favorite, i.e. rose’ in Tuscany is usually produced by the region’s famous Sangiovese, while Grenache and Syrah will often make up the dry rose’ of southern France.  The wines are seen as a delicious alternative to white wine when the weather is warm and the cuisine calls for a chilled wine with bright fruit and crisp acid.  While never viewed quite as seriously as most red wines, dry rose’ wines fill their own niche...   Read more