Now that summer is finally upon us, here are some new and interesting Rosés that make for a change of pace from the usual semi-sweet bubble gum flavored stuff. Some of these are in limited supply and/or available only at the wineries.

2011 Juliette's Dazzle Pinot Grigio Rosé, Horse Heaven Hills ($15)

The back label states: "A special block of Pinot Grigio at the Benches Vineyard was left to hang until it developed a bright tint then slowly fermented it to a deliciously dry rosé wine." Made at Long Shadows, it displays a pink salmon color and intriguing aromas of Rainer cherry, pear-apple, mandarin orange blossoms and jasmine. The mystique continues on the palate with a bright mixture of red and white fruits, accented by notes of Horse Heaven minerals and crisp, juicy fruit acids. 18+/20 points.

2011 Sparkman Cellars "this old porch" Rosé, Columbia Valley ($22)

This is another unusual Rosé in that it is composed of 75% Malbec, with 15% Syrah and 5% each of Grenache and Mourvèdre. It displays a copper-pink color and intriguing aromas of strawberry, watermelon and guava, with scents of mandarin orange blossoms. The flavors are juicy, yet dry, with notes of nectarine pit and melon rind on a crisp finish. 18+/20 points.

2011 DeLille Cellars Doyenne Rosé, Yakima Valley ($23)

Composed of 63% Grenache and 37% Mourvèdre, this is made in the manner of a dry Rosé from the south of France. Pale salmon colored, it emits aromas of raspberries and red currants, with whiffs of lavender and incense. The flavors are full and dry, with notes of tangerine peel, grape skin, minerals and light spice, followed by a bone dry finish. 18.5/20 points.

Below are Rosé wines that have been reviewed in previous issues of the Review of Washington Wines.

2011 Barnard Griffin Rosé of Sangiovese, Columbia Valley ($12) 17.5/20 points (May)

2011 L'Ecole No. 41 Grenache Rosé, Horse Heaven Hills ($19) 18/20 points (May)

2011 Syncline Cellars Rosé, Columbia Valley ($18) 18/20 points (May)

2011 Renegade Wine Co. Rosé, Columbia Valley ($10) 17.5/20 points (June)

2011 Fjellene Cellars Rosé, Columbia Valley ($16) - 18/20 points (June)

2011 Tranche Cellars Pink Pape, Columbia Valley ($17) - 18+/20 points (June)

2011 Tertulia Cellars Rosé of Mourvedre, Yakima Valley, Lonesome Spring Vineyard ($16) - 18/20 points (July)

2011 Maison Bleue "La Famille" Rosé of Mourvedre, Yakima Valley ($20) - 19/20 points  (July)

:Nota Bene Cellars Wine Club Sale

On Saturday, July 14, :Nota Bene Cellars is offering three of its 2007's at half price - $17.50, instead of $35 - for its Wine Club members. It will be worth your driving down to Seattle's South Park district to sign up for a club membership. The winery, located at 9320 15th Ave. South, Unit CC, will be open from 1 to 5. The wines, which were reviewed in the November 2010 issue of the Review of Washington Wines, are:

2007 :Nota Bene Cellars Conner Lee Vineyard Red, Columbia Valley - 18.5/20 points

2007 :Nota Bene Cellars Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red, Red Mountain - 19/20 points

2007 :Nota Bene Cellars Syrah, Red Mountain, Ciel du Cheval Vineyard (not reviewed, but should be at least 18.5/20 points)

Also, I should bring to your attention the 2009 Verhey Vineyard Malbec (18.5/20 points, and one of the best values in Washington Malbec I've seen) which will be reviewed in the August issue. It was originally priced at $25 a bottle, but has gone up to $30. If you buy it now, you will still get the lower price.