Rosé d'Folie 2006, Shiraz Rosé, 2006, Chateau Ksara, Sunset 2004.
Rosé d'Folie 2006, Jean-Paul Brun, Beaujolais, 12%, €12.10Brun is one of Beaujolais's bright young things, and Rosé d'Folie ticks all the right boxes for a summer wine: low in alcohol, so you'll still be standing after a glass or three in the garden; utterly drinkable, with hints of soft summery fruit offset by a dry finish and a lovely light, rounded texture; and, of course, a reasonable price.
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Shiraz Rosé, 2006, Niel Joubert, Paarl, 12.5%, €8.99"Now" is the answer on www.nieljoubert.co.zato the question "ageworthy?" They are bang on. Chill it, drink it, enjoy it: this is bright, light, well-balanced summer fruit that gives a fine sense of uncomplicated pleasure. FromSuperValu.
Chateau Ksara, Sunset 2004, Bekaa Valley, 13%, €12.95In general, with rosé, the younger it is the better. But this old stager from Lebanon breaks the rules with its gorgeous tangerine aromas, soft spices in the mouth and a tangy finish. Delightful. FromFlorries, Tramore, Co Waterford; Karwig, Cork; McCambridge's, Galway; Gibney's, Malahide, Co Dublin; Lilac Wines, D3; Shevins, Rathfarnham; Taggart's, Rathgar, D6; Fresh outlets; the Vintage, Blackrock, Co Dublin; SuperValu, Deansgrange, Co Dublin.