Shop These Rosé Wine Inspired Essentials This post contains affiliate links. For more information, read my disclosure here. Just in time for National Rosé Day today, I’ve compiled a list of all my favorite essentials inspired by this popular style of wine. You’ll find glassware and home bar accessories, kitchen products and home decor, beach must-haves, wine apparel, and even art made with actual rosé! Be sure to click on the images for more info or if you’d like to get your hands on any of my rosé wine inspired picks.   Related:  Must Make Rosé Wine Recipes That Aren’t Frosé   Drinkware Favor ..read more

Your New Go-To Rosé Wine Recipes Not that I have anything against frosé – but where are all the other rosé wine recipes?   White wine gets to be paired with garlic and butter and cream and herbs in recipes.  Red wine is used for meaty pasta sauces and deglazing your cast iron skillet after searing that delicious steak.  But rosé is just….frozen into ice cube trays and blended?  Why can’t we make something just a bit more sophisticated and creative?  Something that reflects just how versatile this wine really is?   So I decided to team up with an awesome group of wine and food bloggers to craft ..read more

A Rosé Pound Cake? Yes, I went there – I actually developed a recipe for a rosé pound cake that is perfect for any occasion!   I really don’t do recipes.  When I cook, I like to keep things simple and easy.  For dinner, I basically just stick to roasted veggies and salads served alongside simply seasoned proteins that I either slow cook, sear, or bake in the oven.  Simple, easy and quick is what I prefer.   Desserts, sweets and baked goods are a whole different story.  While I don’t consider myself a baker, and I don’t do it often, I really enjoy creating treats that people seem to love.  My b ..read more

Forget Everything You Know About Rosé Wine Grapes Sure, many of us are familiar with the usual suspects – Pinot Noir, Syrah, Cabernet (Franc and Sauvignon), Grenache, Cinsault, Carignan and Mourvèdre.  We are also seeing a rise in rosés made with Merlot, Malbec, Sangiovese, Montepulciano, Zinfandel, and even white grapes such as Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc and others (that are blended with red grapes, of course).  As such, the rosé options are endless – and there is bound to be something for every palate, even if previously you may not have been so fond of the pink drink.   But with today’s post ..read more

D’Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé 2015 Review If you enjoy rosé wine, chances are you have tried (or at least heard of) D’Esclans Whispering Angel. With its alluring name, attractive label, hallmark pale pink Provencal hue, and cult following – it’s hard to be a wine enthusiast and not have picked up a bottle at some point in recent years.   My first exposure to Whispering Angel happened on Vivino, while I was aimlessly browsing the top wines of various regions. This was listed under “Provence Rosé”, and had received an impressive 4.0/5.0 with a staggering 18,000+ reviews! I quickly added it to ..read more

Ever Wonder How Rosé Wine Is Made? You’re not alone! There are so many different colors, styles and names for rosé that it’s worth looking into all the various ways these wines are made.   This will be the first of several educational pieces in The Glorious Grape’s Rosé In May series. I’ve also got some fun, entertaining articles up my sleeve for you as well. You can read more about what to expect be heading over here for a quick introduction.   Now, let’s jump right in and learn how rosé wine is made!   The History Of Rosé In ancient times, red wines were more similar to rosé than the hearty ..read more

It’s May, so that means it’s time to say “Yes Way Rosé!” “Rosé all day!” “Rosé all the way!” “Rosé season!” Or whatever version of that you prefer.   Here at The Glorious Grape, I believe in rosé wine all year round. I don’t think it should be a seasonal fad, enjoyed for only 1/4 of the year. In fact, I don’t think any wine should be reserved for certain times of the year.  If you want a big, hearty glass of red in the sweltering summer heat – drink it.  And if you want to say “yes way rosé” in the middle of a snowstorm (even if it is still happening in May!) then pour yourself a glass of pink ..read more

LOCATIONS E SPANISH RED WINE REVIEW Back in January, I listed one of the wines from Dave Phinney’s Locations label on my to-drink wish list for 2018.  To be specific, it was the Locations F France Red Wine, because it had been one of the only ones I had seen in stock at one of my regular wine stops.  Much to my surprise, and even more to my liking, I came across the Locations E Spanish Red Wine in the same shop with just a little bit of browsing. Related:  5 Glorious Wine Goals For 2018   OK, I spent way too much time looking at every single bottle in every single aisle because that’s what I d ..read more

Ready For Your March Food Holidays & Wine Pairing Guide? This post contains affiliate links. For more information, read my disclosure here. From appetizers to soups, breakfast food to dinner favorites, and all your favorite styles of desserts – March has a food holiday for you!  I’ve singled out 10 days that are ripe for pairing with wine.  Some are classic pairings, others are a bit more adventurous and unexpected.  Each are designed to be complimentary, so you can enjoy the food on its own, the wine on its own, and both of them together in harmony. So enough talk – let’s get to wining an ..read more

The Wines of South Africa Are Waiting To Be Explored Have you experienced them yet? This post contains affiliate links. For more information, read my disclosure here. South African Wines are quickly gaining popularity, due to a variety of factors – their affordability, their unique style, and their approachability to name just a few.  However, the wines of South Africa have a rich history that dates back all the way to the 1600’s, so it is no wonder the country knows how to win over wine lovers.  Join me as we savor the different varieties and regions of this African wine growing nation.     C ..read more