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2012 Xavier Flouret Rose "Nationale 7"

Winery: Xavier Flouret

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Nationale 7"

Wine Category: Rose

Grape blend: Grenache, Cinsault, & Tibouren

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Cotes de Provence

State or country: France

Price: $17

Cases produced: 2,000

KWG Score: 88 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: June 10, 2013

Wine Review: This pale coral colored Rose from Cotes de Provence opens with a mild strawberry bouquet with hints of wild roses. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, mouthwatering and very easy to drink. The flavor profile is a tasty mild strawberry with nicely integrated gentle minerality with a hint of dried cherry. The finish is dry and its flavors fade away nicely. This is a very nice summer wine. Enjoy it poolside with bacon wrapped scallops. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Light and shiny salmon color. Mineral and floral, peach and strawberry aromas. Fresh minerality and red berries, good acidity. This rose will naturally be enjoyed with Provencale cuisine but also stands up to richer dishes such as foie gras or chicken with morels.

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