The last time rosé wines were reviewed in this Blog, was in the 14 May posting. Since then, we have tasted more rosés from Washington State and elsewhere. Here are my notes and scores.

Washington Rosés

2018 Amavi Cellars Rosé, Walla Walla Valley ($25) - This 100% Cabernet Franc Rosé shows a copper-pink color and attractive aromas of strawberries, cherries, tangerine, rose petals and cherry blossoms. The flavors are bright and sprightly, with note of grape skin, tangerine peel and silty minerals, followed by a lush, crisp finish. 18.5/20 points.

2018 Prospice Rosé, Walla Walla Valley, Breezy Slope Vineyard ($22) - This field blend of Grenache and Counoise displays a light copper-pink color and aromas of strawberry, cherry, tangerine, pink lilac. The flavors are delicate yet well delineated, with notes of fraise and cerise liqueurs and tangerine peel on the back. 18.5/20 points.

2018 Grosgrain Vineyards Rosé, Yakima Valley, Angolina Farm Vineyard ($20) - Whole cluster fermented Grenache, this shows a light pink-gold color and aromas of strawberry, Rainier cherry, pomegranate, tangerine. The flavors are light but well delineated, with touches of nougat and tangerine peel. 18+/20 points.

2018 K Vintners Rosé Syrah, Walla Walla Valley, Phil Lane Vineyard ($20) - Copper-pink colored, this possesses aromas of strawberry, raspberry, tangerine and wildflowers. The flavors are medium bodied but characterful, with saline minerals and fraise and framboise liqueurs. 18.5/20 points.

2018 Revelry Vintners Rosé, Columbia Valley ($18) - This 83% Cabernet Franc, 17% Grenache combination offers a copper pink color and aromas of strawberry, red pear, pink pear, cherry blossoms and lilac. The flavors are fresh and sprightly, accented by grape skins and stony minerals. 18+/20 points.

2018 Trust Cellars Rosé Cabernet Franc, Columbia Valley ($18)  - This 100% Cabernet Franc shows a light copper-pink color and aromas of raspberry, Rainier cherry, tangerine, cherry blossoms and white incense. The flavors are dry and crisp, yet well fruited, with notes of framboise and kirsch liqueurs. 18+/20 points.

2018 Tertulia Cellars Estate Rosé, Walla Walla Valley ($20) - Produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes, this shows a copper-pink color and attractive aromas of strawberry, pomegranate, pink roses, lavender and incense. The flavors are deftly extracted and the finish nicely juiced yet textured. 18.5/20 points.

Full reviews of the above wines to be in the July issue of the Review of Washington Wines. 

French Rosés

2018 Mas de la Dame "La Gourmande" Les Baux de Provence Rosé ($22 - The Thief, Walla Walla) - This combination of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% each of Mourvèdre and Cinsault, shows a brilliant peach color and rich aromas of raspberry, peach, tangerine, orange blossoms, lavender and white incense. The flavors, as well, are striking, with red and orange fruits that are accented by grape skin, tangerine peel and Les Baux mas minerals, followed by a well textured nicely fruited and spiced finish. 18+/20 points.

2018 Domaine du Bagnol Cassis Rosé ($36) - From near Marseille, this Rosé (Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cinsault) shows a medium copper-pink color and enticing aromas of wild strawberry, pomegranate, red currant, red rose petals, tangerine and lavender. The  flavors are beautifully fruited, with notes of fraise and currant liqueurs, pomegranate seeds and recurring tangerine peel, followed by a fresh, lightly spiced finish. 18.5+/20 points

2018 Château Soucherie Rosé de Loire ($23 - The Thief) - Made from Cabernet Franc, this shows a light pink color and perfumed aromas of strawberry, cherry, red currant, cherry blossoms, red roses and wildflowers. The flavors are delightfully fresh and lively, with tangy red fruits, with notes of kirsch and fraise liqueurs and a touch of orange peel, followed by a crisp, racy finish. 18.5/20 points.

2018 Château de l'Eperonnière Rosé de Loire ($24 - The Thief) - Also made from Cabernet Franc, this shows a copper hued pink color and attractive aromas of raspberry, cherry and red currant with scents of cherry blossoms and pink lilac. The flavors are pleasing, with bright red fruits that are accented by framboise and cerise liqueurs, tangerine peel and alluvial minerals on the way to a resonant, juicy dry finish. 18.5/20 points.

2018 Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy Sancerre Rosé, "Terre de Maimbray" ($26 - The Thief) - Produced from Pinot Noir, this displays a brilliant pink-rose color and lovely aromas of strawberries, cherries, red currants, pink roses, cherry blossoms and tangerine peel. The flavors are fresh and vibrant, with notes of grape skin, fraise and cerise liqueurs and saline minerals, followed by a pleasingly juicy and resonant dry finish. 18.5/20 points.

Other Rosés

2018 G.D. Vajra Vino Rosato, "rosabella" ($18 - The Thief) - From blocks facing the Alps, this Italian Rosè shows a brilliant copper-pink color and attractive aromas of strawberry, cherry, orange peel, rosebuds and pink lilac. The flavors are fresh and lively, direct, with red fruits that are accented by cherry and strawberry liqueurs and touches of hazelnut and dried orange peel on the dry finish. 18/20 points.

2018 Conde Valdemar Rioja Rosé ($20) - This was purchased at the Valdemar Estates winery in Walla Walla. Composed of 70% Garnacha and 30% Viura, it displays a light pink color and enticing aromas of raspberry, red currant, pomegranate, orange peel, orange blossoms, Spanish lavender and violets. The flavors are delicate but well delineated, with notes of red fruits and lactose, followed by a fine finish that is accented by bright fruit acids. 18+/20 points.