Sure flowers are pretty for Mother’s Day, but what Mom wouldn’t be a whole lot happier with a “bouquet” of a dozen Rosés instead? Beautiful pastel colors, light, refreshing and as necessary for summer as sunscreen and barbecues. 

Lighter and fresher than heavy reds, but with a tinge of color that gives it more personality than white, Rosé wine is actually made when red grapes are lightly crushed and left to soak with their red skins. The longer the skins sit in the wine, anywhere from a few hours to a few days, the “pinker” the finished wine will be and the stronger the tannic characteristics will develop.

Rosé wines are meant to be enjoyed right away, usually within 2-3 years after the label date. And, since they are made from many grape varietals, which can include: Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Carigan, Mourvèdre, and Sangiovese to name a few, you’ll be able to find rosé wines that span the taste scale from quite dry to refreshing and fruity. Basically, there’s a Rosé for every taste.

The absolute perfect warm-weather wine. Poolside, al fresco dining, beach picnics, no wine is a better choice for summer than Rosé. And, because they are relatively inexpensive to make and don’t require aging, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a greater value than Rosé wine, so they’re typically as kind to your wallet as they are to your tastebuds.

There are so many Rosé wines available, it can be confusing to know which ones to try, so we’ve pulled together some of our favorites so you can gift your Mom with a Dozen Rosés she’ll absolutely savor… plus, buy any two bottles of wine and get one of our exclusive “Mom” or “Dozen Roses” gift boxes!


Montes Cherub Rosé of Syrah

Why We Like It:
Intense aromas of fresh red fruits, lead to a smooth finish.  Perfect with sushi or other seafood. And the label is pretty awesome, too!


Etesain Pinot Noir Rosé

Why We Like It:

Big and creamy, with tons of strawberry and cherry flavors, but you don’t care about that, you just want a really great Rosé that pairs with all of your favorite foods… well this is it.


Crios Rosé Of Malbec

Why We Like It:

They had us at Malbec — and a rosé version for warmer weather? Sign us up. Great with Chinese take out, make sure you let it breathe a bit before drinking. 


Charles Smith Sangiovese Vino Rosé

Why We Like It:

Washington State winemaker, Charles Smith has a no-nonsense approach we really like. This mouth-watering Rosé has the added bonus of a screw-top cap so there’s no need to bring your wine opener when you’re enjoying it on the beach.


Decoy Rosé - Estate Syrah & Pinot Noir

Why We Like It:

The debut Rosé offering from the premiere vineyard which produces Duckhorn Wines, it’s a truly elegant Rosé in every sense of the word. Vibrantly fruity, beautifully poised, a mix of two outstanding grape varietals.


Flowers Pinot Noir Rosé

Why We Like It:

Another Rosé option for the discriminating wine lover, Flowers version has a brilliant coral hue, aromas of strawberry, grapefruit and rose petals and wonderful complexity.  


Matua Valley Pinot Noir Rosé

Why We Like It:

The first thing you'll notice is the color — somewhere between blush and bubble gum – and it just gets better from there. Really.


Seaglass Rosé - Pinot Noir & Syrah Rosé

Why We Like It:

Got an invite to your friend’s beach house? Bring this one and ensure you’ll be invited back. It’s bright and juicy and everything you want in a summer wine. 


Breezette - Cinsault, Grenache & Mourvedre

Why We Like It:

When we think about Rosé our first thought is always the Rosés from Provence and this one doesn’t disappoint. It’s pale salmon hued blend of Cinsault, Grenache and Mourvedre is in a word: exceptional. 


Hess Rosé - Syrah & Petite Syrah

Why We Like It:

We can’t think of a better varietal blending than Syrah and Petite Sirah. They perfectly complement and enhance each other, resulting in a wine that’s smooth and just fruity enough.


Ferrari-Carano Dry Sangiovese Rosé

Why We Like It:

Don’t like sweeter wines? This California Rosé is dry and fragrant, with refreshing fruit balanced by the perfect level of acidity and an elegant finish.


Juliette Rosé - Grenache & Syrah

Why We Like It:

It works with some of the toughest wine-pairing foods we know — spicy Thai, Indian curry, Tex Mex, even pizza.


There you have it… a dozen Rosés guaranteed to make you the favorite kid this Mother’s Day. Pick up the entire dozen, or just one or two, at your neighborhood Wine Country or Wine & Whiskey Country Store.

And, don’t forget, buy any two bottles and we’ll give you a FREE “Mom” or “Dozen Roses” gift box — so pretty you can skip the wrapping paper.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Wine Country Stores!