It's interesting to see which wines are affected by the seasons. Most red wines, Chardonnay, Riesling and even Pinot Grigio, to some extent, have strong sales at The Market year round. But, as we enter into the warmer months of Spring and Summer, things begin to change. We see increased interest in Rose' and Sauvignon Blanc wine, especially the crisp, grapefruit driven Sauv Blancs of New Zealand. Zinfandel also spikes as people increase their barbecuing, and outdoor dining.
Speaking of Rose', based on the tastings that I've had thus far, this is looking like another great year for Rose'
This versatile wine can be made from just about any red grape or blend. The dry styles are refreshing all by themselves, but can also be paired with a variety of different foods.
Here's just a sampling of the foods Wine Spectator recommends pairing with Rose': hamburgers, just about any fish, medium and light pasta dishes, pork, poultry, salads and raw or cooked veggies. That's pretty versatile.
So, if you're still associating Rose' with White Zinfandel, you're missing out on a whole category of serious, well made wine.
I'm sure we'll be tasting a few Rose' wines in the coming weeks. Watch for the announcements in "This Week at the Market", or on our website's events calendar.
Tom
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