Famille Guibert Moulin de Gassac, Pays d’Hérault (Languedoc-Roussillon, France) 2022

 This good value, food-friendly Rosé is widely available and puts many of the pricier, culty rosés to shame.  A blend of 35% Syrah, 35% Grenache, and 30% Carignan, this 2022 Rosé is made by the time-honored saignée method which bleeds off a portion of juice during the maceration process, with that juice is destined for rosé production while the remainder in the tank is reserved for highly concentrated red wine.  In the glass, this Rosé is a lovely salmon-pink color with bright aromas of strawberry, melon and fresh flowers.  It shows some weight on the palate with berry and citrus flavors predominating.  Finishing dry, with a hint of acidity, it is direct, uncomplicated and a crowd-pleaser.  This could be your go-to rosé throughout the summer.