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A moment for rosĂ© – busting the most common myths
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Itâs pink, itâs picture perfect and itâs surrounded by a whole lot of myths. We are, of course, talking about the oh so pretty rosĂ© wine. Having seen a resurgence over the last couple of years, rosĂ© divides opinions left, right and centre, but itâs long history and fantastic features make it the perfect wine for anytime and anyplace. Read on as we bust some of the most common myths about rosĂ©.Â
MYTH – RosĂ© is made from red and white grapes…Â
Red and white makes pink, right? Wrong! Whilst this may be true for artists, when it comes to wine itâs a very different story.Â
RosĂ© wine is generally made from red grapes, and it is the contact with the red skins that gives rosĂ© itâs gorgeous pink colour. After the grapes are crushed to make the wine, the skins are then left to work their magic and release their colour for a minimal amount of time (this can be as little as 2 hours up to about 1 day). This also means less tannins are released from the skins than with red wine, which leads to a lighter, more easy drinking wine. Winemakers have full control over this process, whether they are aiming for a light blush pink colour, or a darker coral colour, which brings us nicely onto the next point…Â
MYTH â The darker the wine, the sweeter the taste… Â
One of the biggest myths surrounding our favourite pink drink is that darker means sweeter. As weâve mentioned above, the colour is to do with the length of time the skins are in contact with the grapes, and has no impact on sweetness. The sweetness is determined by the fermentation process, and the longer this process is, the dryer the wine. Our Lychgate RosĂ©, for example, has a gorgeous coral colour (we regularly swoon over how pretty this wine looks) but undergoes fermentation for around 14 days, a similar length of time to many of your favourite Sauvignons, so is a prime example of a dry rosĂ© wine that boasts a darker colour. If youâre still not convinced, give our still English rosĂ©, which is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, a try for yourself and see what we mean â we promise you wonât regret it!Â
MYTH – RosĂ©Â is just a trend…
Whilst rosĂ© has definitely grown in popularity in recent years thanks to its picture perfect aesthetic, the wine itself was actually enjoyed as far back as ancient greek and roman times. RosĂ© is a superb wine and a lot of hard work goes into making it, with some of the worldâs top wineries producing incredible examples of this pink wine, both still and sparkling.
MYTH – The best rosĂ©s are produced in France…Â
The French produce many great rosĂ©s such as CĂŽtes de Provence, but there are plenty of other corners of the world that make world class wines of the pink variety. Of course, we may be biased, but England make some of the finest, delicate sparkling rosĂ©Â wines using the traditional method (used to make Champagne), and premium still rosĂ©Â wines that provide a refreshing drink all year round.Â
MYTH – RosĂ© is for summer…
RosĂ©, for many, evokes memories of summer evenings with friends, and it is the perfect drink for such occasions. However, rosĂ© is just as perfect paired with warming winter meals and seasonal celebrations. If youâre looking to explore the world of rosĂ© in winter, weâve got the perfect drink for you. Our Lychgate RosĂ© makes a mouthwatering match for picnics and baked salmon in the summer and flavoursome Asian cuisine in the colder months, whilst our Eighteen Acre RosĂ©Â is perfect with summery afternoon teas and autumnal curries. If youâre looking to raise a glass to a special occasion, whether itâs a summer wedding or a Christmas party, our elegant CuvĂ©e RosĂ©Â takes the spotlight, with its floral aromas and cranberry flavours.Â
So now you know a thing or two about rosĂ©, gather your friends, order in your favourite rose-tinted wines, and show off your new-found knowledge over a bottle of Bolneyâs finest.Â
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