2018 Angeline Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir 1.5L, California
Tasting Notes
This mouthwatering Rosé will be certain to exceed expectations. With delicious aromas of dried peach, and wild strawberry complemented by grapefruit zest and maraschino cherry, we challenge you not to be delighted. A fresh front palate of watermelon, layers of stone fruit and sweet honeydew melon lead into a crisp citrus mid palate, and closes beautifully with a clean, concise acidity on the finish with a touch of beeswax. This is destined to be a versatile crowd pleaser.
Vineyard & Vintage Notes
We have long drawn from a wide array of North Coast Pinot Noir vineyards to provide a balanced and lively Rosé. In addition, we have found great quality in fruit from Ryer Island. Set in the heart of the Delta and only accessible by Ferry, the fruit sees an extreme diurnal shift in temperature. The combination of these selections, which are picked and pressed early in the season to provide bright, vibrant acidity, in addition to the full, fruity saignée, has produced a seamless, mouth-watering Rosé.
From start to finish, 2018 was a very steady season, offering weather that was reminiscent of years prior to drought. Bud break came later in the spring with very little concern about frost, leading into steady growing temperatures with occasional rain. There were intermittent heat spikes in June and July, though not prolonged, pushing the season along. August was temperate, allowing slow ripening and complex flavors to develop. Higher than average yields and excellent quality brought about a fruitful harvest beginning in late August.
Winemaking Notes
This wine is produced by both whole-cluster pressing as well as saignee method. The latter, we pick ripe, flavorful fruit, crush it to a stainless steel tank, and allow 6-8 hours of contact with the skins to achieve optimal color and flavor before draining the juice to ferment as a Rosé. The former is picked early in the season to maintain bright fruit and acids, then sent directly to our bladder press at light pressures. Both styles are inoculated with a specialized Rhone yeast to enhance the natural color and fruit character throughout fermentation. Fermentation is halted immediately upon reaching dry sugar levels to preserve the fruit and aroma.
Specs
Vintage: 2018
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
Appellation: California
Brix: 21.3
Alcohol: 12.5%
pH: 3.27
Total Acidity: 6.0 g/L
What’s Included
3-bottles:
3x 2018 Angeline Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir 1.5L, California
Case:
6x 2018 Angeline Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir 1.5L, California
We consistently blend exceptional wines from the best vineyards California has to offer, optimizing the depth and nuance of each using a mix of traditional and modern techniques. It’s how we make Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon that consistently draw awards. And it’s how we make wine you’ll look forward to opening every night.
Although we, at Angeline, are lucky enough to call the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County our home, we have the unique opportunity to tap into the veritable bounty of distinct and distinguished appellations throughout California. By working closely with our growers from as far south as Santa Barbara County, to the northern reaches of Mendocino, we are able to cultivate outstanding representations of each varietal and location’s individual and defining traits. We take great pride in producing wines that exceed expectations.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Wow big deal for your whole case if these are all 1.5 l… Flavor description sounds right in my alley. Very dangerous.
Never mind drunk on previous case mate order. Case of Magnum is six.
How much more are you saving by buying 6 magnums?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2018 Angeline Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir Magnum - $23 = 16.66%**
88 Points. Dry, tangy and bold, this vibrant wine offers raspberry and red-cherry flavors, a strong, bracing acid streak and rather full body. JG 3/1/20
Almost forgot the Washington Post!
Rosé all day with this refreshing California $13 pinot noir
Dave McIntyre
June 28, 2019
“Is it possible to have too much rosé this
time of year? Our greatest value this week is
the Angeline rosé pinot noir. It’s simple and
straightforward, with delicious fruit and a
great price…
Here’s a bright, juicy rosé, more on the
strawberry side of the spectrum than
watermelon. It’s delicious with seafood and
salads that include seasonal berries. Alcohol
by volume: 12.5 percent.”
I have always thought that magnums were for maximum aging. Like a syrah from before I was born. I don’t really understand a rose of pinot, other than to bust out a magnum to, “impress”, people.
2018 Angeline Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir 1.5L, California
Tasting Notes
Vineyard & Vintage Notes
Winemaking Notes
Specs
What’s Included
3-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
Not for sale online, $210/case MSRP
About The Winery
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Estimated Delivery
Monday, Aug 23 - Tuesday, Aug 24
Angeline Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir Magnum
$68.99 - $114.99
2018 Angeline Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir Magnum
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Wow big deal for your whole case if these are all 1.5 l… Flavor description sounds right in my alley. Very dangerous.
Never mind drunk on previous case mate order. Case of Magnum is six.
@LJeAYsy4LoqxEC Yeah can’t imagine a « case » of 12 Magnums. well I’d be glad to try, if such a thing were to be delivered to me. with a forklift.
How much more are you saving by buying 6 magnums?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2018 Angeline Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir Magnum - $23 = 16.66%**
And from Wine on the Dime…who?
https://www.wineonthedime.com/2018-angeline-rose-of-pinot-noir-wine-review/
Wine Enthusiast, well we’ve heard of them…
88 Points. Dry, tangy and bold, this vibrant wine offers raspberry and red-cherry flavors, a strong, bracing acid streak and rather full body. JG 3/1/20
https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2018-rose-of-pinot-noir-california/
fwiw
Almost forgot the Washington Post!
Rosé all day with this refreshing California $13 pinot noir
Dave McIntyre
June 28, 2019
“Is it possible to have too much rosé this
time of year? Our greatest value this week is
the Angeline rosé pinot noir. It’s simple and
straightforward, with delicious fruit and a
great price…
Here’s a bright, juicy rosé, more on the
strawberry side of the spectrum than
watermelon. It’s delicious with seafood and
salads that include seasonal berries. Alcohol
by volume: 12.5 percent.”
Total Wine has the 2020, in 750’s, for $129/case. And those bottles will fit in most racks. This 2018 just doesn’t seem like a great deal.
@DanOR Very interesting point. Same amount of wine, for about the same price, and two years younger.
Any reason one would prefer the 2018 to the 2020? Otherwise, seems like it comes down to whether you want the magnum size or not.
I have always thought that magnums were for maximum aging. Like a syrah from before I was born. I don’t really understand a rose of pinot, other than to bust out a magnum to, “impress”, people.
@KNmeh7 Sure mags can age better than 750ml counterparts. But in this instance it’s probably just fun to have a big bottle. What’s wrong with that?