Reviews & Ratings

2018 McIntyre Rose "Rose of Pinot Noir"

Winery: McIntyre

Vintage: 2018

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Rose of Pinot Noir"

Wine Category: Rose

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Santa Lucia Highlands

State or country: CA

Price: $24

Cases produced: 1,412

KWG Score: 89.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: January 20, 2020

Wine Review: This pale pink colored wine from McIntyre opens with a faint strawberry and watermelon bouquet with a hint of kiwi. On the palate, this wine is light bodied, balanced and very easy to drink. The flavor profile is a mild maraschino cherry with notes of watermelon. I also detected hints of clementine and faint minerality. The finish is refreshing and linger nicely. This Rose would pair very nicely with a mahi-mahi burger. – Ken (SIP Certified)

Winemaker Notes: Its salmon color foreshadows the stunning aromas of a fresh floral nose featuring lavender, stone fruits, peach and rose. While the bouquet is open and forthright, the texture is a bit more mysterious. One moment it is zesty and earthy; the next it is bold, plush and tart. The finish, as you might expect, is pure, dry and satisfying.

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