Klinker Brick Bricks & Roses Rosé (75cl, 12.6%)

A Provence-style dry rosé from Lodi, California, made by Klinker Brick Winery in the Mokelumne River sub-appellation. Bricks & Roses is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Carignane and Mourvèdre, sourced from Lodi's warm-climate vineyards. The grapes are picked early at 18° to 20° Brix, at least a full month before the red wine harvest. The fruit undergoes whole cluster pressing with zero skin contact, followed by 100% cold-temperature stainless steel fermentation. The nose shows youthful raspberry and wild strawberry, followed by melon, citrus rind and dried herbs, with a faint rose petal quality. The palate is bright and immediate, with strawberry guava and strawberry-raspberry coulis, then orange cream and cantaloupe alongside subtle coriander spice. The finish is dry and mouthwatering, with lingering grapefruit pith and watermelon rind.