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Pink wine is as chill as it is trendy
Pink wine is as chill as it is trendy
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Where To Drink Pink In Houston: 11 Spots For Enjoying The Finest Rosé Wine

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Pink wine is as chill as it is trendy
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It might be a bit cooler this week, but the summer heat will continue to bear down on the Bayou City until fall makes its arrival. Fortunately for the city's sweat-drenched drinkers, sommeliers all over town offer a uniquely refreshing way to cool off: rosé.

This oft-misunderstood wine has been having something of a moment lately, popping up everywhere from swanky restaurant wine lists to a basic neighborhood party. So, what’s the big deal with pink wine?

For starters, rosé wines are generally bright and clean, making them terrific thirst quenchers. Plus, they come in a variety of styles, ranging from the sweet and candy-like to bone-dry and elegant. But where does one drink excellent rosé in Houston?

At restaurants all over the city, you’ll find rosés from every corner of the globe — think Greece, Spain, Argentina and (of course) France's Provence region, known for its fresh and fruity rosés. Open a bottle of these sommelier recommended rosés, each perfect for drinking any time of year, but especially summer.

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Bistro Menil

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The pick: 2015 Gueissard "G" Cotes de Provence Rosé
The price: $11 for ¼ bottle, $22 for ½ bottle, $42/bottle
The somm says: “It’s well balanced with a full, well-rounded taste of white flower and fruit, wonderful freshness,” says Martin. “It is the perfect drink for our warm weather and pairs nicely with salad, various seafood and grilled meats” — Greg Martin

Chez Nous

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The pick: Domaine de Rimaresq Cru Classe Rosé
The price: $11/glass, $50/bottle
The somm says: ““It’s lively and vibrant, yet mineral driven yielding hints of jasmine, with strawberry and blood orange.” Pair it with the Shrimp Provencale, shrimp sautéed and served over spinach with a sauce made “a la minute” of tomatoes, garlic, lemon, white wine, scallion and finished with butter. — Scott Simon

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D'Amico's Italian Market Cafe

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The pick: Sicilian Planeta Rosé 2015
The price: $25/bottle
The somm says: “It's got a beautiful pinkish color and has the aroma of strawberries and pomegranate,” she says. “I fell in love with it when paired with fried foods and meats. In Sicily, you'll see a lot of people pairing it with antipasti or a charcuterie spread. This is a perfect wine for summer.” — Brina D’Amico

Helen Greek Food and Wine

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The pick: Moraitis Rosé of Aidani Mavro PGI Cyclades 2015
The price: $12/glass, $44/bottle
The somm says: “This is a stunning rose from the island of Paros from a grape called Aidani Mavro is bone dry, with glorious notes of orange peel, strawberry and cranberry with a racy finish that cleans the palate and makes it brilliant with all kinds of food,” he says. It is only available here at Helen Greek Food and Wine.” — Evan Turner

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Kata Robata

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The pick: Scarpetta Spumante Brut Rosé
The price: $12/glass, $46/bottle
The somm says: “This pairing works beautifully because the hint of residual sugar in the Scarpetta balances perfectly with the briny nature of uni. And bubbles are always a solid pairing with sushi in general” — Dale Ellington

L'Olivier

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The pick: Henri Bourgeois la Cote des Monts Damnes’ 2012 Sancerre
The price: $65/bottle
The somm says: “It’s very fresh and easy to drink for hot summer days,” says Clarkson. “It’s small production, very hard to get,” says manager Mary Clarkson. Translation: this one’s unique and you should drink it before it’s all gone.

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La Table

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The pick: Drappier Rosé
The price: $114/bottle
The somm says: “This Champagne is impressively well balanced and its acidity and fine bubbles make it an outstanding pairing for a wide variety of refreshing seafood appetizers served such as our delicious crab cocktail or daily selection of fresh oyster on the half shell.”— Sebastian Leval

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The pick: 2014 Donkey & Goat Pinot Gris
The price: $50/bottle
The somm says: “This coppery-pink colored wine is done in the ramato style. Sweet floral notes of honey, wildflowers and salinity jump from the glass while flavors of sour cherry, tangerine and raspberries refresh and quench your thirst.” Pair with a Margarita Pizza on the patio or our wood-grilled Branzino topped with crab meat and avocado. — David Cook

Rainbow Lodge

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The pick: Domaine Souviou Bandol Rosé
The price: $12/glass
The somm says: “Full bodied generous, it pairs with just about everything on Rainbow Lodge's menu. Try it for lunch with our new Pickled Texas Shrimp and Avocado Salad. At dinner, it's perfect with a bowl of Smoked Duck Gumbo and our famous Grilled North American Elk Chop.” — Marc Borel

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Sanctuari Bar at Triniti

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The pick:Nervi Rosa
The price:$12/glass, $40/bottle
The somm says: “As a rosé, Nebbiolo retains the sensual floral nose and racy acidity of its red counterparts but takes on a shimmering ripe strawberry quality and refreshing finish all its own. This is a wine that demands the attention of its drinker.” It’s a perfect accompaniment Triniti’s gazpacho or the restaurant’s take on tuna poké. — Rick Stiles

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Tango & Malbec

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The pick:Luigi Bosca La Linda Rosé Malbec
The price:$12/glass, $40/bottle
The somm says: “This Argentinian wine offers red fruits aromas and some floral notes. It’s resh, smooth and medium-bodied with a delicate finish.” Pair it with El Pulpito, a hot appetizer of sautéed octopus served over fingerling potatoes, arugula and pesto mayonnaise sauce. — Christian Lopez

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Bistro Menil

The pick: 2015 Gueissard "G" Cotes de Provence Rosé
The price: $11 for ¼ bottle, $22 for ½ bottle, $42/bottle
The somm says: “It’s well balanced with a full, well-rounded taste of white flower and fruit, wonderful freshness,” says Martin. “It is the perfect drink for our warm weather and pairs nicely with salad, various seafood and grilled meats” — Greg Martin

Chez Nous

The pick: Domaine de Rimaresq Cru Classe Rosé
The price: $11/glass, $50/bottle
The somm says: ““It’s lively and vibrant, yet mineral driven yielding hints of jasmine, with strawberry and blood orange.” Pair it with the Shrimp Provencale, shrimp sautéed and served over spinach with a sauce made “a la minute” of tomatoes, garlic, lemon, white wine, scallion and finished with butter. — Scott Simon

Chez Nous/Facebook

D'Amico's Italian Market Cafe

The pick: Sicilian Planeta Rosé 2015
The price: $25/bottle
The somm says: “It's got a beautiful pinkish color and has the aroma of strawberries and pomegranate,” she says. “I fell in love with it when paired with fried foods and meats. In Sicily, you'll see a lot of people pairing it with antipasti or a charcuterie spread. This is a perfect wine for summer.” — Brina D’Amico

Helen Greek Food and Wine

The pick: Moraitis Rosé of Aidani Mavro PGI Cyclades 2015
The price: $12/glass, $44/bottle
The somm says: “This is a stunning rose from the island of Paros from a grape called Aidani Mavro is bone dry, with glorious notes of orange peel, strawberry and cranberry with a racy finish that cleans the palate and makes it brilliant with all kinds of food,” he says. It is only available here at Helen Greek Food and Wine.” — Evan Turner

Shannon O' Hara

Kata Robata

The pick: Scarpetta Spumante Brut Rosé
The price: $12/glass, $46/bottle
The somm says: “This pairing works beautifully because the hint of residual sugar in the Scarpetta balances perfectly with the briny nature of uni. And bubbles are always a solid pairing with sushi in general” — Dale Ellington

L'Olivier

The pick: Henri Bourgeois la Cote des Monts Damnes’ 2012 Sancerre
The price: $65/bottle
The somm says: “It’s very fresh and easy to drink for hot summer days,” says Clarkson. “It’s small production, very hard to get,” says manager Mary Clarkson. Translation: this one’s unique and you should drink it before it’s all gone.

L'Oliver/Facebook

La Table

The pick: Drappier Rosé
The price: $114/bottle
The somm says: “This Champagne is impressively well balanced and its acidity and fine bubbles make it an outstanding pairing for a wide variety of refreshing seafood appetizers served such as our delicious crab cocktail or daily selection of fresh oyster on the half shell.”— Sebastian Leval

La Table/Facebook

Prego

The pick: 2014 Donkey & Goat Pinot Gris
The price: $50/bottle
The somm says: “This coppery-pink colored wine is done in the ramato style. Sweet floral notes of honey, wildflowers and salinity jump from the glass while flavors of sour cherry, tangerine and raspberries refresh and quench your thirst.” Pair with a Margarita Pizza on the patio or our wood-grilled Branzino topped with crab meat and avocado. — David Cook

Rainbow Lodge

The pick: Domaine Souviou Bandol Rosé
The price: $12/glass
The somm says: “Full bodied generous, it pairs with just about everything on Rainbow Lodge's menu. Try it for lunch with our new Pickled Texas Shrimp and Avocado Salad. At dinner, it's perfect with a bowl of Smoked Duck Gumbo and our famous Grilled North American Elk Chop.” — Marc Borel

Rainbow Lodge

Sanctuari Bar at Triniti

The pick:Nervi Rosa
The price:$12/glass, $40/bottle
The somm says: “As a rosé, Nebbiolo retains the sensual floral nose and racy acidity of its red counterparts but takes on a shimmering ripe strawberry quality and refreshing finish all its own. This is a wine that demands the attention of its drinker.” It’s a perfect accompaniment Triniti’s gazpacho or the restaurant’s take on tuna poké. — Rick Stiles

Sanctuari Bar/Facebook

Tango & Malbec

The pick:Luigi Bosca La Linda Rosé Malbec
The price:$12/glass, $40/bottle
The somm says: “This Argentinian wine offers red fruits aromas and some floral notes. It’s resh, smooth and medium-bodied with a delicate finish.” Pair it with El Pulpito, a hot appetizer of sautéed octopus served over fingerling potatoes, arugula and pesto mayonnaise sauce. — Christian Lopez

Tango & Malbec/Facebook

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