LUCIA 11 ROSE "LUCY" 187mL 4PK
187mL - 4PK - The Pisoni family's Lucia wines are no stranger to our store (or our newsletter), as their flamboyant personalities entice both novices and connoisseurs alike! While their Pinot Noirs and Syrahs typically garner most of the hype (because of their high scores), their Rosé has become a year-round staple in our store for its refreshing qualities! Typically, this wine is sold in a standard 750mL bottle, but this year, the Pisoni family has changed things up. Now, the wine is available in fun, single-serving 187mL bottles, with 4 bottles in each pack! Each 4-pack comes with its own bottle opener that has a pink ribbon on it, as a portion of the proceeds from each 4-pack that is sold is donated to breast cancer research.The Lucy rosé is made utilizing the saignée process. After absorbing color from the Pinot Noir berries, a small amount of grapes juice is drained from the recently-filled fermentation tank. The juice is fermented in a both neutral oak barrels for texture, and stainless steel barrels for aromatics. This rosé undergoes no malo-lactic fermentation to maintain its acidity.
Displaying a light strawberry color, the 2011 Lucy sourced from all three vineyards offers striking and vibrant aromatics. Notes of Rainier cherry, perfectly ripe strawberry and watermelon come across in a very focused, delineated fashion. The palate is refreshing, and the crisp acidity causes a mouth-watering reaction, just requiring another sip. Serve chilled.
WINE SPECTATOR 90 POINTS - "Zesty and ripe, but balanced with solid acidity. Offers floral strawberry aromas and crisp raspberry, peach and spice notes. Drink now. 462 cases made."
