This is a wine we have really enjoyed this summer. It is a highly rated dry rose', and it is under $10.
Wine Review from Robert Kacher Selections:
Description: "Domaine de la Petite Cassagne is located four kilometers from the village of St Gilles on south/south-eastern exposed slopes of the Costières de Nîmes. The soils here are characterized by cailloux deposited by the Rhône River centuries ago. Diane de Puymorin is the dynamic young owner of this super property, which she purchased in 1998. Diane’s goal was to craft unique wines within the Costières de Nîmes appellation. She uses only organic farming methods and believes in strictly limiting yields. The vines destined for the Rosé bottling are pruned explicitly for rosé production and are picked early for optimal fruit and freshness. She employs pressurage directe, or pressing expressly for making rosé, after 12 hours of skin-contact. Domaine de la Petite Cassagne Rosé is a blend of Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre. Super fresh and bright, this summer sipper displays deep flavors of strawberries, minerals and sweet herbs." ~ Robert Kacher Selections
Ooh, my dad would love that! They're always looking for French rosés under $10. I couldn't find it at Spec's though. Must just be available regionally. I'll keep an eye out, though.
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