The Grapes
The grapes used in this rosé are Garnacha,
Syrah, and Merlot. Garnacha (known elsewhere
as Grenache) also originated in Spain as did
Cariñena. Syrah was once thought to have originated
near the city of Shiraz in Persia. Crusaders
were said to have brought cuttings of the vine
back from the Middle East. However, recent
research indicates that the grape is indigenous
to Spain, probably the same grape used by the
Romans thousands of years ago in the region.
Merlot is used as a blending grape by most producers.
The average age of the vines is ten years.
The Blend
25% Merlot,
50% Syrah
25% Garnacha Tinta
Tasting Notes
Attractive, intensely pink red, with the violetblue tinges of youth. Long and abundant legs, indicating its structure and body. Star bright. Pleasantly full aromatic nose, with plenty of ripe red fruits, such as strawberries and autumn raspberries, with balanced fresh acidity. There are also some tropical notes of pineapple and grapefruit with a backdrop of herbs and some aniseed. The palate is full and quite fleshy. All the flavors are ripe and expressive with clean, attractive autumn fruit. The finish is full and soft in sweet red fruit with clean, persistent length.
Food Affinities
The Fra Guerau Rosé works beautifully with pan-Asian cuisine, pairing especially well with duck and hoisin sauce or even more chili-laced southeast Asian dishes. It also works wonders with a humble fish taco or, give it a chance, a grilled cheeseburger or your Aunt Betty’s fried chicken. In short, this is a wine of pleasure, of enjoyment. Put it in your picnic basket and have fun.
Wine Ratings & Reviews
Fra Guerau Rosado 2007
"Fruit-driven with a lovely dark shade of pink, this Merlot-based blend of Garnacha and Syrah possesses big, bold, luscious flavors."
- Anthony Giglio, "Wine Guide 2009", Food & Wine 2009
84 POINTS - BEST BUY - Fra Guerau Rosado 2007
"Sweet aromas of ripe strawberries make this a light and refreshing rose for smoked salmon"
- Wine & Spirits, February 2009
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