Ile de Rose Ile de Beaute Corsican Rose 2020

*** Get more than you think!! It’s SO good!*** Corsica is where all the cool kids are going for tip-top level rose these days, and one sip will tell you why. There’s a purity, focus and coolness in these wines that take rose to the next level. I just spent 2 days hiking and generally being outdoors this 95-degree weekend, and let me tell you -- this stuff saved my life! So refreshing, invigorating and satisfying -- not to mention our killer pricing!!

Corsica, of course, is located in the Mediterranean Sea between the southeastern coast of Provence and the western coast of Tuscany. Although the island is closer to Italy, it has been under French rule since 1764 and therefore, considered a French appellation. This terrific blend utilizes mostly the indiginous varietal Sciaccarellu with about 15% Sangiovese, and it SINGS with purity, sea-saltiness, minerals and ripe red fruits with hints of candied orange zest. Terrifically exuberant acidity is key with a great wine like this and it’s all here!

$16!! Amazing! Load up while we have it!

PAIRING IDEAS: Everything! Sushi! Grilled fish! Tacos! Oh, and ceviche! So easy and utterly perfect together!

MUSIC SUGGESTIONS: Lo and behold, there’s actually a “ceviche summer” mix on Spotify. Enjoy -- there’s some good tunes here!