Charles Smith's Band of Roses Rosé is a sumptuously enchanting wine from Washington State, USA. This delicately pink wine bursting with fragrant aromas of strawberry, white peaches and rose petals makes for a delightful glassful. Purity and charm embrace your palate, flooding it with gorgeous raspberry, cherries, and refreshing citrus notes. It's crisp, balanced and has a subtle mineral inflection. This Rosé's attractive mouthfeel and disciplined structure free the subtle flavours to shine through, resulting in a harmonious blend of sweetness and acidity. Perfect for sipping on a summer's day or pairing with light dishes.

About the Winery

Charles Smith winery, located in the heart of Walla Walla, Washington, is one of the most remarkable and esteemed wineries in the United States. Famous for its extraordinary wines, the winery is a monument to the craft of winemaking.

Established in the year 2001, by former rock-band manager, Charles Smith, the winery has grown from a novice in the industry to a globally recognised brand. Known for its unique blend of tradition and innovation, the wines that depart from this establishment are a work of art, meticulously crafted to perfection.

Charles Smith, the brilliant mind behind this venture, made a leap into the world of winemaking with zero formal education. He brought a real air of nonchalance and no orthodoxy. His unconventional approach to the craft has resulted in a line up of wines that are distinct, complex, and absolutely delightful to the palate. The charm of Charles Smith winery also lies in the labels of their wine bottles. They reflect a rock-n-roll aesthetic, touted as a nod to Smith’s past life.

The winery currently produces an impressive catalogue of varietals including Syrah, Riesling, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Grenache. Each of these is an embodiment of Smith's commitment to quality and excellence in winemaking.

In 2016 the Wine Enthusiast magazine honoured Charles Smith as the "Winemaker of the Year" for his unconventional approach and amazing varietals, this only solidified Charles Smith winery’s place in the pantheon of great winemakers. Moreover, the winery conducts tours and tastings, which makes for an enchanting experience.

In conclusion, Charles Smith winery isn't just about excellent wines, it's also about an underdog's triumph and his unmitigated devotion towards a passion called winemaking. It's a true treasure for genuine wine lovers. In Smith's own words, his idea was not just to make a great wine. But to make wine that's "smooth, creamy and melts in your mouth." Having visited the winery myself. I can reassure you, Smith has achieved it.

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