There is some interesting debate on various internet sites on this wine and in one case I read that a couple found this wine under 'reds' on a wine menu. While visiting Rockford in February this year I queried them as to why that would be? They told me that technically speaking the Alicante Bouchet is made exactly as you make a traditional red wine without some of the techniques that some winemakers use when making rosé wines.
However, Rockford staff were not happy to hear it was appearing as a red on wine menu's as even Rockfords winemaker will say it is a Rosé! I personally think any restaurant sommelier that puts it under "reds" is being a bit of a smart arse!
But to the drink itself and it was one of the first rosé wines I've tried that I actually liked... and really liked! It's not overly sweet and when chilled it makes a great summer drink that pairs really well with lighter Asian dishes.
Rockford - Alicante Bouchet 2008
Price - $17 from the cellar door or $22 at www.Canterburywines.net
Region - Barossa Valley - South Australia
Recommended - Strongly recommended for rosé lovers and skeptics who may think rosé is often to sweet. This wine got me drinking rosé!
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