[Wine Knowledge 02: Things you can't ask about now] What is rosé wine? How it is made and recommended rosé wines

Rosé wine has been gradually gaining popularity in recent years, with consumption on the rise. Unlike red wine drunk at high-end restaurants, it is associated with the idea of drinking it with friends in a lively atmosphere, and its cute pink color makes it a great choice for posting on social media, which is also one of the reasons for its popularity.
This time we will introduce you to rosé wine.

What is rosé wine?

As the word "rosé" means "rose-colored" in French, pink-colored wine is called "rosé wine."
It is generally made using black grapes for red wine, but in Ontario, Canada, rosé wine is also produced using white grapes.

Not just sweet

When you think of rosé, many people may imagine it to be sweet, but dry rosé wine is enjoyed in the same way as red and white wine. Rosé wine combines the best of both worlds: it is easy to drink like white wine, but also has the subtle complex flavor of red wine.

Tips on how to drink

Rosé wine is known for its ability to pair with any type of food. In Canada, it is enjoyed in many different ways, such as by floating citrus fruits or frozen berries in it.
We recommend drinking it chilled at around 8℃ to 10℃.

・Deep pink rosé wine 
Recommended temperature is around 10℃. A strong flavor with a hint of tannin. Perfect with dishes with strong flavors.

・Light pink rosé wine 
Recommended serving temperature is around 8℃. Gentle and refreshing taste. Perfect with salads and sweets.

How rosé wine is made

There are three main manufacturing methods:

-Saignée method <br>This is a similar production method to red wine, in which black grapes are crushed and left to soak in a tank with the skins and seeds for 8 to 48 hours. The juice that has turned a light pink due to the skins and seeds is extracted, and only the extracted juice is fermented.

Direct pressing : This is a similar production method to white wine, in which black grapes are crushed and then pressed to extract the juice. When pressed, pigments seep out from the skins and seeds, giving the juice its color.

・Mixed fermentation method The production process is the same as the saignée method. However, unlike the saignée method, which uses only black grapes, the juice from multiple types of grapes, such as white and black grapes, is fermented in the same tank.

There is also a "blending method" in which small amounts of finished red and white wine are mixed together to make rosé wine, but in Europe this method is generally prohibited by EU regulations.
In Ontario, Canada, winery has freedom in brewing style, so production methods vary from winery to winery.

How red and white wines are made

Recommended Rose Wine

A slightly sparkling rosé wine recommended for those who like white wine. The flavors of fruits such as muskmelon and strawberry overlap, and you can enjoy an exquisite balance of acidity and a refreshing "fizzy feeling". It is an interesting rosé wine that looks good because the color of the label darkens when chilled, so you can tell when it is ready to drink.