The Santa Lucia Mountains rise above San Luis Obispo, dividing our region into Coastal and inland zones. Gaps in this range channel cool Pacific fog and breeze into the interior and result in dramatic climate changes within the space of a few miles. The Grenache grapes for our Rosé were harvested from sustainably farmed vineyards on both sides of the Santa Lucias; the oldest vines were planted in 1971, while the youngest yielded their first crop in the 2018 vintage. All our fruit is hand-harvested and made in a ‘Direct to Press’ style, before cold fermentation in stainless steel, maximizing fruit character and freshness.
Pale pink in color. Expressive aromas of passionfruit and citrus leap from the glass. Classic Provençal flavor profile of strawberry and melon, with a balance of acidity and fruit on the palate. Perfect with summertime meals of garden vegetables, wood-fired pizza, or nearly anything cooked outdoors on the grill.
Specs
Vintage: 2018
Composition: 97% Grenache, 3% Syrah. 51.5% Paso Robles, 48.5% Edna Valley AVA
Vineyard Sources: Central Coast AVA
pH: 3.2
T.A.: 7.8 g/l
Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 1.9 g/l
Aging: Hand-harvested, direct to press
Fermentation: Stainless steel and neutral French oak barrels
Named for the rugged headland with sweeping views of the Central California coastline, Fossil Point pays tribute to the bond between sea and vine. Our vineyard sources are all in close proximity to the cold Pacific Ocean and are shaped by the seasonal flow of its surface currents, sea breezes and fog. Our soils are composed of coarse sand and calcareous shales uplifted from the ancient seafloor and weathered into place over millenia. We farm with close attention to our delicate coastal environment always aiming for the highest sustainable quality from our land. Our winemaking is hands-on, small scale, and attentive to the individual needs of each lot of grapes.
Fossil Point wines are crafted for high quality, approachability, and affordability for any occasion. Our ethos reflects the natural ease of Central California’s landscape and the hospitality of our coastal lifestyle.
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88 Points. A yellowish shade of pink in the glass, this bottling offers tangy lemon peel and just a tiny bit of red fruit on the nose. It’s very tightly wound on the palate, with slight peach and more lemon-rind flavors. MK 9/1/19
What timing! I just noticed we’re nearly out of Rosé. In for 6 because my husband doesn’t think it’s acceptable to keep wine in boxes and we’re out of rack space.
@ecanada Aww didn’t see that until your comment. What part of SC you in? I’m near CHS. Would be up to drive to Columbia or CLT now and then for splits.
Got this last time it was offered. No detailed notes but I remember it being tart with mostly citrus on the palate despite the winery’s description of strawberry and melon.
Not our favorite but a perfectly serviceable dry Rose and for $7 it is a good value. I notice a spike in the TA level compared to the previous vintage so I would expect “bracing acidity” from this one.
I will grab one to take to our family reunion today and report in later with an update.
The wine had softened a bit, at least compared to my previous impression. Mostly citrus on the nose and palate, it almost drinks like a white.
My wife ran off with the bottle to share it with others so I only got to try one glass. She said everyone liked it so I guess you could call it a “crowd pleaser”. Definitely a bargain at the case price.
I really wanted to buy since yesterday but needed some positive reinforcement. ('cause, ya know, cases everywhere and stuff…) Thanks @chipgreen you’ve pushed me over the edge. And also the photo of the bottle in that covered picnic area, wherever that was (looks interesting), had a really nice hue to the wine that made me think it was likely to be pretty good for my tastes.
@DebRVA Last Bottle has a promising offer up now on 2018 Banshee rose. Good reviews and $10/bottle and FS on six! Agree about Fossil Point. Bought a few years ago and found it quite generic and not memorable
2018 Fossil Point Rosé, Central Coast
Tasting Notes
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Included in the Box
Price Comparison
Not for sale online, $192/case MSRP
About The Winery
Winery: Fossil Point Wines
Available States
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Estimated Delivery
Monday, Jul 19 - Wednesday, Jul 21
Fossil Point Rosé
6 bottles for $49.99 $8.33/bottle + $1.33/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $84.99 $7.08/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
2018 Fossil Point Rosé
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2018 Fossil Point Rosé - $15 = 15.00%
In reference to the survey…
Whocaresism or Idontcareism Art, are my favorite types.
This was offered here May 2020, same price:
https://casemates.com/forum/topics/fossil-point-ros
Reverse Wine Snob recently offered the 2019.
And from Wine Enthusiast:
88 Points. A yellowish shade of pink in the glass, this bottling offers tangy lemon peel and just a tiny bit of red fruit on the nose. It’s very tightly wound on the palate, with slight peach and more lemon-rind flavors. MK 9/1/19
https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossil-point-2018-rose-san-luis-obispo-county/
fwiw
Great timing, was just saying some rosé would be nice.
/giphy https://casemates.com/orders/used-lousy-branch
We liked this last time
/giphy drastic-laddered-egg
@CorTot wait…who sells that chair/step thing?? I want some.
[i know it’s just a random giphy but still whatever it found looks pretty cool]
@CorTot @pmarin
these things are expensive!
@pmarin
Right?! I thought it was pretty clever. Here’s two more possible sources and for less money…
https://www.sagefinds.com/itemdy00.aspx?T1=KA6156&GASearchTerm=ka6156&srchcat=SearchBox
https://www.nylapev.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=50547&zenid=ih1ceuu7rv0debjfar4aslfvd5
@pmarin @rjquillin I was going to mention that using at a ladder in heals is probably I’ll advised.
@CorTot @pmarin @rjquillin Nifty though.
@CorTot @pmarin Likely, but I have no personal experience trying.
@CorTot @pmarin I had the same thought. Much nicer than those old two-step-fold-out kitchen vinyl stools that used to be in every house.
What timing! I just noticed we’re nearly out of Rosé. In for 6 because my husband doesn’t think it’s acceptable to keep wine in boxes and we’re out of rack space.
/giphy ample-grubby-shaman
@neuroticsilence LOL - we have boxes everywhere!
@TFJWM Right?! I’m going to have to not tell him about the orders until they’re on the doorstep from now on.
This sounds like something I’d like… hoping for a rat or two or maybe a Vintner comment.
We’ve had the previous offerings and they’ve always been winners.
/giphy cheap-harmful-oyster
Tried to buy but just moved to SC and its a no go. Lame.
@ecanada Aww didn’t see that until your comment. What part of SC you in? I’m near CHS. Would be up to drive to Columbia or CLT now and then for splits.
@LJeAYsy4LoqxEC I’m in Dirty Myrtle and work about 5 mins from the NC border. I need to make some contacts in the Calabash lol
The COVID took my taste and smell, so I’m really hoping this will help cure one or the other or both. If not, I’ll still be drunk. Win, win.
Got this last time it was offered. No detailed notes but I remember it being tart with mostly citrus on the palate despite the winery’s description of strawberry and melon.
Not our favorite but a perfectly serviceable dry Rose and for $7 it is a good value. I notice a spike in the TA level compared to the previous vintage so I would expect “bracing acidity” from this one.
I will grab one to take to our family reunion today and report in later with an update.
@chipgreen Thanks, would be great to get your update after a refreshed tasting experience. We seem to be short of rats this weekend.
@pmarin
Just finished but got called for Bocce Ball. More to come…
@pmarin
Sorry for the delay!
The wine had softened a bit, at least compared to my previous impression. Mostly citrus on the nose and palate, it almost drinks like a white.
My wife ran off with the bottle to share it with others so I only got to try one glass. She said everyone liked it so I guess you could call it a “crowd pleaser”. Definitely a bargain at the case price.
/giphy light-fantastic-music
I really wanted to buy since yesterday but needed some positive reinforcement. ('cause, ya know, cases everywhere and stuff…) Thanks @chipgreen you’ve pushed me over the edge. And also the photo of the bottle in that covered picnic area, wherever that was (looks interesting), had a really nice hue to the wine that made me think it was likely to be pretty good for my tastes.
/giphy locked-hateful-goat
Now that I’ve opened a couple of bottles, I’m glad I only bought six. I wanted a rose, and this indeed drinks like an okay white.
@DebRVA Last Bottle has a promising offer up now on 2018 Banshee rose. Good reviews and $10/bottle and FS on six! Agree about Fossil Point. Bought a few years ago and found it quite generic and not memorable
@losthighwayz thanks! I went to buy it and someone literally ordered it out from under me. But now I have a Last Bottle account.
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