The wine is lush with ripe fruit. The layered flavors on the mid-palate are brightened with a fresh acidity that carries the lingering finish.
Color: exuberant orange pink
Nose: lime; orange peel; peach; rose water; mineral; passion fruit
Flavors: lemon zest; rose petal; white peach; pineapple; grapefruit; orange blossoms
Vintage and Winemaker Notes
Only premium fruit is used to craft our North by Northwest Rosé. A select grouping of sustainable vineyards throughout the Columbia Valley AVA contribute fruit to this unique take on Northwest Rosé. The primary fruit source is one of the most renowned vineyard sites in all of Washington-the Benches. The 2015 vintage is a delightful blend of fruit-driven reds and whites. The wine is lush with notes of ripe fruit like freshly sliced white peach and lime. The layered fruit flavors on the mid-palate are brightened with a fresh acidity that carries the lingering finish.
After a rigorous hand sorting process, fruit selected for the 2015 North by Northwest Rosé underwent 100% stainless steel fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks. The wine is aged sur lie in stainless steel for three months prior to bottling.
The 2015 season was a winemaker’s dream come true. The growing season had an early, warm and dry start and stayed particularly warm throughout the summer. A number of heat spikes during the season were followed by cooler systems that allowed for a balancing effect in development. Due to an early spring and hot summer, harvest was about two weeks early. Temperatures finally cooled down shortly before harvest and the weather remained mild and dry. This particular weather pattern was ideal to reach perfect physiological ripeness by harvest, with all the necessary hang time to ripen the flavors and polish the tannins. The Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah grapes that came into the winery were picture-perfect, clean and ripe with little raisining. The resulting wines are a beautiful representation of a great Columbia Valley vintage.
Specifications
Vintage: 2015
Vineyards: 75% Benches; 4% Indian Wells; 2% Weinbau Vineyards; 2% Les Collines; 17% Other
Winery: King Estate Winery
Co-Founder & CEO of King Estate Winery: Ed King
We were pilgrims to Washington. Since our first Washington harvest in 2005, we have embraced the state. In turn, the state has embraced us as kindred spirits of the Pacific Northwest.
We make wine for wine lovers, simple as that. These are artisan-crafted wines, affordable enough to enjoy every day. My family has always called this our business plan: Integrity. It works for us, and we will always work to bring you the very best.
We treat our wines with dignity and respect. We employ winemaking techniques usually reserved only for the smallest boutique wineries. We respect our vineyard partners, and let the quality of the grapes speak for themselves as we craft North by Northwest.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NM, NY, NC, ND, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV, WI
King Estate’s North by Northwest Rosé
6 bottles for $49.99 $8.33/bottle + $1.33/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $79.99 $6.67/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2015 King Estate’s North by Northwest Rosé - $20 = 19.99%
I really only want 2 or 3. Unfortunately, I can’t afford to buy a case right now, so someone else would have to do it.
I’m also happy to swap 2 for 2 bottles of the <a href=https://casemates.com/deals/alysian-sauvignon-blanc>2017 Alysian Sauv Blanc</a> I got the case for a while back.
Looks like @Kawa and I have worked things out for a couple of bottles. I would like to hold on to the rest of my case if possible, which would leave @theglassrat, @irenegade, @faith2202 and @canonizer to make arrangements together. If you need one or two more to satisfy demand, let me know, you might be able to pry them away from me.
On a related note – I just took delivery today of a case of the Floodgate Rose from Alysian Winery. If anyone is interested in trying it, send me a whisper. That one cost me $8.90/bottle.
@Kawa A swap, you say? I’d definitely be interested in that! That Alysian is very popular here at my office. I’d even give you three of the pink for two of the alysian SB, given the price differential. Say the word, and I’ll order.
I can give up another two or three of the rose, if anyone else is interested. I also have a case of that Floodgate rose from Alysian arriving this week, so I’m going to have plenty of pink wine ready for the summer.
Not an official Lab Rat report! However, I just opened a bottle of the 2015 from previous offer. Pretty vibrant.
Preferred by the Commissioner over the Pedroncelli 2017 Dry Rose of Zinfandel (“It’s just more drinkable!”) Definitely fills the bill if you are looking for a “Chill it and Kill it” house wine.
@louas
I had a feeling…belatedly I must thank you for some fantastic Bordeaux buys back in the day still kind of sad that place is gone, between you and Vinmoet it was a great source.
Maybe a little sweeter than I’d prefer, but for the price I can’t resist. (Anyone around the I-81 WV Eastern Panhandle - including Winchester VA to Hagerstown MD, these days?)
Autobuy. I don’t find it sweet, but pleasantly bright/not too tart. I snagged 2 cases, curious if my roommate has a separate casemates account but same address, can he also buy 2? Gods know, he’ll drink half of it regardless of how many we pick up, and with 4 cases, it might last til the 4th of July (When we have wine in the house, we drink it rather than picking up stuff locally, for the most part)
@losthighwayz From the description “The Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah grapes that came into the winery were picture-perfect, clean and ripe with little raisining.” – those sound like red to me. It’s just not a single-varietal (like the Rose of Zinfandel mentioned earlier). There are also some whites blended in apparently:
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Muscat, Chardonnay
@rjquillin it does state that blending red wine into white wine is uncommon and discouraged.
I think of this wine as a blend of red and white wines which fall out of MY definition of a true rose. In essence, I could make a “rose” at home if I wanted to!
Tasting Notes
The wine is lush with ripe fruit. The layered flavors on the mid-palate are brightened with a fresh acidity that carries the lingering finish.
Color: exuberant orange pink
Nose: lime; orange peel; peach; rose water; mineral; passion fruit
Flavors: lemon zest; rose petal; white peach; pineapple; grapefruit; orange blossoms
Vintage and Winemaker Notes
Only premium fruit is used to craft our North by Northwest Rosé. A select grouping of sustainable vineyards throughout the Columbia Valley AVA contribute fruit to this unique take on Northwest Rosé. The primary fruit source is one of the most renowned vineyard sites in all of Washington-the Benches. The 2015 vintage is a delightful blend of fruit-driven reds and whites. The wine is lush with notes of ripe fruit like freshly sliced white peach and lime. The layered fruit flavors on the mid-palate are brightened with a fresh acidity that carries the lingering finish.
After a rigorous hand sorting process, fruit selected for the 2015 North by Northwest Rosé underwent 100% stainless steel fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks. The wine is aged sur lie in stainless steel for three months prior to bottling.
The 2015 season was a winemaker’s dream come true. The growing season had an early, warm and dry start and stayed particularly warm throughout the summer. A number of heat spikes during the season were followed by cooler systems that allowed for a balancing effect in development. Due to an early spring and hot summer, harvest was about two weeks early. Temperatures finally cooled down shortly before harvest and the weather remained mild and dry. This particular weather pattern was ideal to reach perfect physiological ripeness by harvest, with all the necessary hang time to ripen the flavors and polish the tannins. The Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah grapes that came into the winery were picture-perfect, clean and ripe with little raisining. The resulting wines are a beautiful representation of a great Columbia Valley vintage.
Specifications
Price Comparison
$381.73/case at King Estate Winery (including shipping)
About The Winery
Winery: King Estate Winery
Co-Founder & CEO of King Estate Winery: Ed King
We were pilgrims to Washington. Since our first Washington harvest in 2005, we have embraced the state. In turn, the state has embraced us as kindred spirits of the Pacific Northwest.
We make wine for wine lovers, simple as that. These are artisan-crafted wines, affordable enough to enjoy every day. My family has always called this our business plan: Integrity. It works for us, and we will always work to bring you the very best.
We treat our wines with dignity and respect. We employ winemaking techniques usually reserved only for the smallest boutique wineries. We respect our vineyard partners, and let the quality of the grapes speak for themselves as we craft North by Northwest.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NM, NY, NC, ND, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV, WI
Estimated Delivery
Monday, Jun 10 - Tuesday, Jun 11
King Estate’s North by Northwest Rosé
6 bottles for $49.99 $8.33/bottle + $1.33/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $79.99 $6.67/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
2015 King Estate’s North by Northwest Rosé
This is one of my favorite bargain Roses, but I have to ask, is this 2015 vintage still fresh and delightful?
@InFrom Had a bottle about a month ago. Still tasty and refreshing… I’d get more but i still have most of a case left.
@InFrom @RedandFirefly Thanks for the review!
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2015 King Estate’s North by Northwest Rosé - $20 = 19.99%
awestruck-pathetic-icicle A half case is coming home with me!
Anyone in NYC interested in a split? @mstew @invinoveritas @cfhudson @klyphtihn @msdixon @canonizer @msavill3 @chrismartin @chuchuw @rkalantari @irenegade @infrom @theglassrat
I really only want 2 or 3. Unfortunately, I can’t afford to buy a case right now, so someone else would have to do it.
I’m also happy to swap 2 for 2 bottles of the <a href=https://casemates.com/deals/alysian-sauvignon-blanc>2017 Alysian Sauv Blanc</a> I got the case for a while back.
@Kawa On the fence about getting a case. If we get it or a 6-pack, will take you up on the offer for the swap of Alysian! I missed that one.
@What the heck, I guess I’m in for any extra bottles . Located in Forest Hills!
@Kawa Anyone else in NYC who wants to split a case, I’m interested too! Can get it delivered to Flushing/FiDi/Midtown East (53+Park)
@faith2202 @Kawa I’d take 2-3 bottles. Would need to pickup in midtown/can order to Park & 41 if people remit reasonably quickly.
Looks like @Kawa and I have worked things out for a couple of bottles. I would like to hold on to the rest of my case if possible, which would leave @theglassrat, @irenegade, @faith2202 and @canonizer to make arrangements together. If you need one or two more to satisfy demand, let me know, you might be able to pry them away from me.
On a related note – I just took delivery today of a case of the Floodgate Rose from Alysian Winery. If anyone is interested in trying it, send me a whisper. That one cost me $8.90/bottle.
@Kawa Thanks for the update! Enjoy your rose’s !!!
@canonizer @Kawa Sorry I found someone to split mine! Good luck
@Kawa A swap, you say? I’d definitely be interested in that! That Alysian is very popular here at my office. I’d even give you three of the pink for two of the alysian SB, given the price differential. Say the word, and I’ll order.
I can give up another two or three of the rose, if anyone else is interested. I also have a case of that Floodgate rose from Alysian arriving this week, so I’m going to have plenty of pink wine ready for the summer.
What the heck, I guess I’m in for any extra bottles . Located in Forest Hills!
@irenegade I’ll order a case and let’s see where the dust settles. I live in Queens as well, though my commute takes me through Manhattan.
Hmm, just noticed I paid $5 less for a case of this vintage, a year ago.
/giphy convenient-laughing-motion
@InFrom they’re aging it for you!
@CorTot Well, when you put it that way… Extra value!
Great value Summer sipper… in for a case. Just like last time.
/giphy venomous-winding-mango
Not an official Lab Rat report! However, I just opened a bottle of the 2015 from previous offer. Pretty vibrant.
Preferred by the Commissioner over the Pedroncelli 2017 Dry Rose of Zinfandel (“It’s just more drinkable!”) Definitely fills the bill if you are looking for a “Chill it and Kill it” house wine.
@louas
Hey louas were you on the old Trembling hills wine board a number of years ago?
@ScottW58 yessir!
@louas
still kind of sad that place is gone, between you and Vinmoet it was a great source.
I had a feeling…belatedly I must thank you for some fantastic Bordeaux buys back in the day
@ScottW58 I agree. Sad that it just sort of dissolved. For me it was like being in wine school.
In for a case in Western New York. We definitely need something here that makes it feel like summer!! Brrrr!
Maybe a little sweeter than I’d prefer, but for the price I can’t resist. (Anyone around the I-81 WV Eastern Panhandle - including Winchester VA to Hagerstown MD, these days?)
Autobuy. I don’t find it sweet, but pleasantly bright/not too tart. I snagged 2 cases, curious if my roommate has a separate casemates account but same address, can he also buy 2? Gods know, he’ll drink half of it regardless of how many we pick up, and with 4 cases, it might last til the 4th of July (When we have wine in the house, we drink it rather than picking up stuff locally, for the most part)
@Jamileigh17 I’m almost certain the limit is per-account vs. per-address. Especially if it’s charged to different credit cards
Not a red rose so not a true rose, right? Still tasty though!
@losthighwayz From the description “The Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah grapes that came into the winery were picture-perfect, clean and ripe with little raisining.” – those sound like red to me. It’s just not a single-varietal (like the Rose of Zinfandel mentioned earlier). There are also some whites blended in apparently:
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Muscat, Chardonnay
@losthighwayz
wiki; Rosé, seems like this fully qualifies.
@rjquillin it does state that blending red wine into white wine is uncommon and discouraged.
I think of this wine as a blend of red and white wines which fall out of MY definition of a true rose. In essence, I could make a “rose” at home if I wanted to!
@losthighwayz
Except they blended white into red
and aren’t in France.
/giphy unanimous-leaded-quail
/giphy brilliant-drain-termite
/giphy zesty-sudden-toucan
I’m in for a case in Damascus, MD (and periodic trips up to Ithaca,NY) if anyone is interested. I’ve got some other NxNW wine too.