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Josh Rosé 2017

Josh Rosé 2017
Josh Rosé 2017

California, United States



Community Score: 4.4/5
Community Reviews: 6
 
Price: $15.00
Sweetness: Dry
Alcohol: 13%
 

Drink: 2019-2020

Bottle size: 750 ml
Winery: Josh

Somm4All WSET 3 rated this wine as 86/100 with the following review:

In contemplating the grapes of California, we sometimes overlook some of the more unique yet widely planted varietals – I was reminded of that upon tasting the Josh Cellars Barbera, Muscat and Syrah blend. Joseph (aka Josh) Carr’s mission when making this wine was to offer customers a bold, expressive, unassuming yet approachable wine – the result here indeed ticks all 4 boxes. Produced in stainless steels tanks, the freshness and lively fruit is preserved. 12 hours of skin contact with the juice allows for the subtle pinkish colour. Aromas of bright strawberry, melon, unripe peach and a hint of earthiness greet you, with flavours of berry, melon, peach, earth and a little orange blossom marching forth on the palate. Dry and refreshing, the Barbera heightens the red fruit aspect, with a little complexity as well, while the Muscat helps lift the body a touch. Fun, cheerful and a perfect Sunny day sipper that would also pair nicely with black pepper grilled pork skewers.
 

  


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