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About Portuguese Rose Wines

Rose wine is known for its beautiful pink colour that, depending on the grape varieties and winemaking techniques used, may range from soft and pale, almost white, to intense and lively, almost red. Its characteristic flavour is essentially the result of the balance between the taste of white wine, with its lightness and smoothness, and red wine, where the fruit aromas, especially of red wine, stand out.

Generally of low alcoholic content, with a light body, elegant and delicate aroma and a sweeter flavour, these wines are produced by almost all producers and are widely appreciated in Portugal and all over the world.

Grapes for Rose Wine

As Rose wine may be prepared in three different ways, some types of grapes may be more adequate for the development of one or another specific methodology. Generally speaking, red grapes are those preferably used in the production of this type of wine (since white grapes are only used in the blending methodology): Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet.

Where is Rose wine produced?

With the popularisation of Rose wine today, it is difficult to find a country where Rose wine is not produced. However, its country of origin is France, more specifically Provence located in the south of France, which even today is considered one of the main producing regions of this wine. Besides France, countries like Spain, Portugal, Italy, Argentina, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia have produced increasingly sophisticated examples.

Best pairings for Rose Wine:

Rose are a fresh and fruity alternative to dry whites. Most Rose go well with any food and can be a good, refreshing and low alcoholic accompaniment to grilled fish, grilled meat or even confectionery. Dry, fruity Rose are great with a variety of lightly spiced food, including vegetables and salad dishes, thanks to their mild sweetness.

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