Christy Canterbury MW

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Gamble Family Vineyards 2019 Rosé Napa Valley

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Gamble Family Vineyards 2019 Rosé Napa Valley 13.4% $28
Leading with notes of wet pebbles and anise, the wine shows a spritely array of pure, sweet red fruits like Rainier cherries and peak season raspberries on the palate. (The greater portion of Cabernet Franc this year versus the 2018 - double, in fact - really shows in the bouquet.) It's delightfully toothsome, thanks to a medium body laced with a hint of viscosity and balanced by lifting acidity. This makes it a good partner to a broad array of foods. It's also incredibly pleasant to sip on its own.  

Composed of 51% Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon with 43% Napa Valley Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Merlot, all aged 5 months in stainless steel, this wine is ready to be enjoyed. Only 575 cases were made this year, so make haste to pick up some soon!
Drink: 2020-22