Domaine Bousquet Sparkling Rosé ($13)
Domaine Bousquet was founded on virgin land in 1997 in the Gualtallary sub-zone of Tupungato in Mendoza’s Uco Valley in Argentina.
Today, the estate, run by daughter Anne Bousquet and husband Labid al Ameri, is Argentina’s largest exporter of wines made from certified organic & biodynamic grapes.
All wines are made from 100% certified organic fruit grown at a cool 4,000-foot-high altitude and crafted with a French winemaking sensibility.
This Domaine Bousquet Sparkling Rosé is produced from 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay grapes that are hand harvested. The first fermentation took place for 15 days, while the second fermentation to produce the carbonation, occurs in a stainless steel tank (Charmat Method), and lasts for about 30 days.
The Domaine Bousquet Sparkling Rosé is pale salmon in color with delicate aromas of cherry along with floral notes. On the palate, it is light-bodied, dry (8.1 gm/L RS) with tiny bubbles, having red fruit flavors of cherry and raspberry. It finishes dusty dry with just a hint of tartness.
Domaine Bousquet Sparkling Rosé is great for a summer brunch, a cool glass in the afternoon, and pairs with most lighter-fare meals. And, at this price, makes it a great fit as this week’s Behind the Cork™ Wine of the Week. Cheers!
Disclosure of Wine Sample Submission: I received this sample at no cost for review. The opinions expressed are entirely my own.
Media Sample Provided by Domaine Bousquet