Thanksgiving Wine

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Dang, the Curmudgeon actually comes up with something worthwhile on occasion! [img]http://www.wines.com/ubb/smile.gif[/img] Rose wines go very well with Thanksgiving and do not get their just due.

Here are some of my notes for recent Roses. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed:

1998 Iron Horse, Rosato, Sonoma County, $14, 377 cases. 62% Pinot Noir, 38% Sangiovese. BF in 5 & 6 year old barrels, no MLF. Clean, crisp, refreshing, with hints of strawberries and cherries. Great summer drink out on the deck with burgers.

1998 King Estate, Vin Gris, Oregon, $10, 400 cases. 100% Pinot Noir, all stainless steel, no MLF. A perfect summer wine for the deck. Melon and cherry flavors, soft tannins and crisp acidity predominate. Refreshing.

1998 Preston, Vin Gris, Dry Creek Valley, $9, 517 cases. This is a blend of 69% Cinsault, 28% Mourvedre and 3% Grenache. A tasty, ripe rose with strawberry flavors and just a hint of pepper. A nice summer sipper.

1998 Gabrielli Sangiovese Rosato, Redwood Valley, $14, 500 cases. A lovely rose with cherry and strawberry fruit that is perfect for a picnic or enjoying on the deck this summer.

1998 Preston Gamay Beaujolais Rose, Columbia Valley, $10. Another fine Rose to enjoy on the deck with that BBQ hamburger. Slightly sweet, with lovely strawberry fruit and nice acidity.

1998 Simi Rose of Cabernet Sauvignon, California, $10. Worth the hunt to find this refreshing wine. Lots of strawberries and cranberries, with just a hint of sweetness. A great summer sipper.