5 Reasons to “Fall” in Love with Rosé Wine Posted on October 11, 2021 at 6:24 pm.Written by Jean Sexton With 5 great reasons to “fall” in love with rosé wines, they’re not just for spring and summer sipping any more! 1. Rosé wines are very versatile Nothing could be finer than sipping our Biltmore Reserve North Carolina Rosé with all your favorite flavors! “Rosé wines are more versatile than you think,” said Sharon Fenchak, Executive Winemaker. “They pair well with cooler weather and the heartier dishes that accompany the season. A perfect example is our Biltmore® Reserve Rosé North Carolina–an exceptional wine handcrafted from outstanding grapes grown in our estate vineyard. This lovely wine features a delicate sweetness, hints of spice and white pepper, plus roundness and good mouthfeel. Approachable and easy to drink, the style is reminiscent of classic old-world rosés. Enjoy it year-round with charcuterie, mustard-glazed salmon, pesto pizza, smoked gouda cheese, and serve it with holiday favorites like glazed ham. 2. A dynamic hybrid wine Rosé wines are a dynamic hybrid between red and white wines. Rosé wine is a dynamic hybrid of tannic reds and fruity white wines, which enhances its versatility. “Rosés offer the best of both worlds,” Sharon said. “To create a rosé, you begin by crushing red grapes, but you don’t leave the juice in contact with the skins as long as you would for a red wine. This process imparts the classic rosy color and also allows the juice to keep some of the natural tannins in red grapes, but it also keeps the wine crisp and fruity–more like a white wine.” 3. Rosé wine is an affordable option Rosés are not only crisp and refreshing, they can also be more affordable than some other options. As we head into the holiday season, we often focus on heartier red wines for cool weather and finer wines for gift-giving occasions and special celebrations. Since distinguished reds and gift-worthy wines tend to be pricier than others, rosés can be a more affordable option. “Even though rosés are becoming more and more popular year-round, there are some very affordable wines to consider, like our Biltmore Estate® Sweet Rosé,” said Sharon. Off-dry with hints of red fruit and apricots, it is light, balanced, and offers floral notes that pair well with casual fare including spicy cuisine. 4. Rosé wines transition into fall Add festive bubbles to any occasion with our Biltmore Estate Blanc de Noir, a sparkling wine crafted with Pinot Noir grapes. According to Sharon, rosé makes an excellent transitional wine between seasons. “If you’re used to sipping rosés in spring and summer, keep enjoying them during the warmer days of fall,” said Sharon. “They’re just as crisp and refreshing on a sunny afternoon in October as they are in April. I personally recommend our Biltmore Estate® Blanc de Noir, handcrafted in the traditional méthode champenoise to create fine, tiny bubbles!” With delicious fruit-forward flavors of cherries and strawberries, this pretty-in-pink Biltmore bubbly pairs well with turkey (hello, Thanksgiving!), mahi-mahi, pound cake, brie cheese, and fresh fruit. 5. Fall flavor profile Refreshing and crisp, rosé wines mirror the essence of the fall season, making them perfect for autumnal sipping. Be sure to pack some Biltmore wines to enjoy with your favorite fall activities! “Fall brings tailgating at football games, hiking to take in scenic views, and cool evenings when you gather around the fire pit,” said Sharon, “so you’ll want to have plenty of Biltmore rosé wines on hand to complement all the casual activities that characterize the season. Our Biltmore Estate® Dry Rosé as the perfect pick for all your favorite fall functions. Bright, fruity layers of berry flavor make this wine an outstanding partner for chicken, pork, salmon, and sausage–especially when your fire up the grill and gather your friends together to enjoy it with you! Fall for all your favorite Biltmore wines today! Stock up on all your favorite Biltmore wines–including our outstanding rosés–for fall. Stock up on our outstanding rosés and other award-winning Biltmore wines now in estate shops, online, and with our Retail Locator.
Sip Biltmore’s Rosé Wines! Posted on May 21, 2019 at 12:00 am.Written by Jean Sexton If you think rosé wines are overly sweet or just a little too pink, think again—they are one of the hottest trends among wine aficionados at the moment. For some enthusiasts, rosé wines might have been seen as lightweight or unworthy of sipping or sharing. That view is changing, however, as winemakers take rosé to a crisper, dryer level that may surprise you. Biltmore Reserve North Carolina Rosé Wine Nothing could be finer than sipping our Biltmore Reserve North Carolina Rosé with all your favorite flavors! Biltmore Winery cultivates a number of varietals in our estate vineyards, and each season we hope to craft Biltmore Reserve wines that reflect the distinctive terroir of the Blue Ridge Mountains. According to Sharon, the only wines considered for the Biltmore Reserve wine label are those handcrafted from grapes grown in Biltmore’s own estate vineyard and by our North Carolina partners. By law, wines with an appellation and vintage date must contain at least 75% of grapes from the specific region in the year noted. “Our Biltmore® Reserve North Carolina Rosé is crafted from select North Carolina Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot grapes,” noted Sharon. “We’ve coaxed beautiful color and subtle complexity from the fruit, so you can expect aromas of banana, strawberry, and papaya followed by crisp, off-dry flavors of lemon, white peach, and hints of minerality that lead to a fruity finish.” Approachable and easy to drink, it’s perfect year-round with charcuterie, mustard-glazed salmon, pesto pizza, smoked gouda cheese, and holiday favorites like glazed ham. “Make it a go-to wine for brunch, porch sipping, and your next Taco Tuesday featuring fish tacos drizzled with lime juice,” Sharon said. Sweet, dry, and sparkling: savor all of our Biltmore rosé wines! Visit Biltmore’s Winery for a complimentary tasting of our award-winning wines. In addition to Biltmore® Reserve North Carolina Rosé, we also offer delightful options like Biltmore Estate® Sweet Rosé—a lightly sweet rosé with delightful scents of cherry, spice, candied watermelon, strawberry, and rhubarb, followed by juicy flavors of jellied pâte de fruits, lime, and mint. This wine is surprisingly versatile, pairing deliciously with a wide range of foods including barbecue, hot and sour soup, figs, and olives. Our Biltmore Estate® Dry Rosé is an elegant and refreshing wine with a subtle, fruit-forward bouquet featuring notes of nectarine, grapefruit, hibiscus, and hints of pink peppercorn. Soft and nicely balanced in its sweetness to acidity, this rosé offers delicate flavors of cherry, apricot, and raspberry. Enjoy it year-round with light favorites like grilled chicken, Caesar salad topped with salmon, strawberry pecan salad, or baked brie with apricot jam. For a sparkling wine as delicious as it is beautiful, try our coral-hued Biltmore Estate Blanc de Noir wine handcrafted from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes in the traditional méthode champenoise that creates the finest tiny bubbles.Crisp and refreshing, with flavors of wild strawberry and watermelon, this versatile Biltmore sparkling wine pairs perfectly with an antipasto platter, smoked turkey, shrimp ceviche, watermelon-feta salad, and angel food cake with strawberries. It’s ideal for brunch, lunch gatherings, and holiday festivities. Enjoy Biltmore rosé wines and more Purchase our rosés—or any of our award-winning wines—at Biltmore Winery, estate shops, online, or through our Retailer Locator.