Rosé
Rosé
Rosé (pronounced roh-zay) is a type of wine that incorporates some of the color from the grape skins, but not enough to qualify it as a red wine. It may be the oldest known type of wine, as it is the most straightforward to make with the skin contact method.
Etymology
The term "Rosé" is derived from the French word for "pink". It is used to describe the pinkish color of the wines produced in this style.
Production
Rosé wines can be produced in a number of ways with the most common method being early pressing of red grape varieties after a short period of maceration. Other methods include saignée (bleeding off) of juice from red wine maceration, and blending of red and white wines, although the latter is less common.
Types of Rosé
There are several types of Rosé wine, which differ in their method of production and aging. These include:
- Provence Rosé: This is the most famous type of Rosé, produced in the Provence region of France. It is known for its pale, dry style.
- Tavel Rosé: This is a more robust style of Rosé from the Rhone region of France.
- White Zinfandel: This is a sweet style of Rosé made from the Zinfandel grape in California.
Related Terms
- Vin Gris: This is a white wine made from red grapes with minimal skin contact, giving it a grayish-pink hue.
- Blush Wine: This is an American term for a sweet Rosé wine, often used to describe White Zinfandel.
- Saignée: This is a method of Rosé production where some of the pink juice from the grape must is removed at an early stage and fermented separately to produce Rosé.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rosé
- Wikipedia's article - Rosé
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