A summer without rosé wine is simply unimaginable and I am grateful that I don't have to entertain such a horrible thought. A chilled glass of rosé is the perfect match with this season's sweltering temperatures and right now this hot and stressed out Manhattanite is sipping Marc Roman 2012 Dry Rosé ($10). Ooh la la, I've been transported to the South of France!
Deliciously dry, Marc Roman is made from 100% Syrah grapes and the pristine shade of pink is the result of cold soaking the skins. The wine is not so sweet but fresh flavors of strawberry and raspberry flirt with your taste buds. Marc Roman Rosé is a great summer sip and the hint of salinity makes it an effortless match with light seafood dishes. For optimal enjoyment, be sure to serve your rosé well chilled but not freezing cold so that the flavours can really shine through.