Summerland Central Coast Collection Rose 2021
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Light salmon in color with notes of melon on the nose. Flavors of watermelon, raspberries and freshly cut strawberries are heightened by crisp acidity on the finish.
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Aromas of wet clay and turned earth meet with pleasant melon on the nose of this bottling. The palate is familiar, with watermelon and strawberry flavors, yet the chiseled stone and chalk characteristics amplify the experience.
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COMMENTARY: The 2021 Summerland Rose is fresh, bright, and nicely textured. TASTING NOTES: This wine shines with aromas and flavors of red fruit, hints of sandalwood, dried earth, and orange peel. Enjoy it with a lightly-spiced chicken salad with fresh garden lettuce. (Tasted: August 27, 2022, San Francisco, CA)
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Encompassing an extremely diverse array of climates, soil types and wine styles, it contains many smaller sub-AVAs, including San Francisco Bay, Monterey, the Santa Cruz Mountains, Paso Robles, Edna Valley, Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Maria Valley.
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