Rating 82
Style Rosé
Blend , Syrah / Shiraz, Cinsault
Vintage 2018
Appellation
Rhône Valley
France
ABV 12.5%
Price $10.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed By
Reviewed 2019-05-19

Perfect For

Happy Hour, House Wine, Party Wine

Drink If You Like

Sauvignon Blanc, Verdejo , Viura / Macabeo

Les Dauphins Cotes du Rhone Reserve Rosé 2018 Review

Ripe, pungent green bell pepper is what hits you first. Once that subsides a bit, yet stays upfront, there is a hint of what seems like a white lightning apple-tini. Rosé is not always supposed to be complex, but this wine doesn’t really hit the balance notes, and will serve a party where wine is not the focus just fine. Also, not sure why they call this reserve, as rosé has no guidelines for such things.

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Les Dauphins Cotes du Rhone Reserve Rosé 2018
Ripe, pungent green bell pepper is what hits you first. Once that subsides a bit, yet stays upfront, there is a hint of what seems like a white lightning apple-tini. Rosé is not always supposed to be complex, but this wine doesn’t really hit the balance notes, and will serve a party where wine is not the focus just fine. Also, not sure why they call this reserve, as rosé has no guidelines for such things.

Reviewed On: 05-19-2019
82
POINTS
Les Dauphins Cotes du Rhone Reserve Rosé 2018
Ripe, pungent green bell pepper is what hits you first. Once that subsides a bit, yet stays upfront, there is a hint of what seems like a white lightning apple-tini. Rosé is not always supposed to be complex, but this wine doesn’t really hit the balance notes, and will serve a party where wine is not the focus just fine. Also, not sure why they call this reserve, as rosé has no guidelines for such things.

Reviewed On: 05-19-2019