Peter William Vineyard, Rogue Valley (Oregon) Grenache Rosé 2022

 From the family’s estate vineyard, this wine was made by Eric Weisinger at his winery in Ashland.  The Rosé category has been surging over recent years and one of the intriguing sub plots relates to color.  Does a Rosé wine have to be pink?  Apparently not, as more and more winemakers work with Rosés.  This wine has a slight copper color in the clear bottle, but when in the glass looks even lighter.  But it is no wimpy Rosé.  Once you get over that lack of color, this wine gets your attention by offering an enticing youthful fragrance of fresh raspberry along with floral notes, and delicious flavors of berries and spice.  Medium bodied and vibrant, it finishes with a lingering touch of acidity.