While in college, our daughter Erin spent a study abroad semester in Provence. Upon returning to the US, she taught us what she learned in a wine class that she took while in France. Fast forward to today and Erin is looking forward to the birth of her first child. We helped organize a shower while she was home visiting. For the shower, Erin had several long-time friends visit from New York City. In selecting wines, I wanted to have something stylish that would reflect Erin’s past.

We received a sample of the VieVité Extraordinaire, a rosé wine from the Côtes de Provence region of France. I thought this beautiful rosé would be an elegant starter at the shower. Erin did inform me that she could taste the wine, and her friends certainly would drink it. Gathered around the kitchen peninsula, we opened the bottle and had it as an aperitif.

The wine is crafted by Domaine Sainte Marie near Saint Tropez in the Provence region of Southeastern France. The winery dates back to the 18th century and is known for its 80-year old Grenache vines. This rosé was a blend of 85% Grenache, 10% Cinsault and 5% Rolle. This rosé comes in a beautiful bottle. The grapes macerated with the juice for a short time to capture the color. The light salmon colored wine offered a fruit salad aroma. It had strawberry and mango tastes and a crisp, fruity finish. Although it pairs well with seafood, roasted turkey, duck and rabbit, we discovered that it was a fitting aperitif to celebrate bringing friends together for a special occasion. The VieVité Extraordinaire is distributed through the country in many fine restaurants and wine stores. The MSRP for the VieVité Extraordinaire is $29.99.

Erin (left) and friends

With National Rosé Day (June 10, 2017) quickly approaching, consider the VieVité Extraordinaire with your daily meals or as an aperitif. Kathy and I would consider this a 3P wine. It pairs well with a porch, patio or pool.

Cheers,
Terry