Rosé with Attitude: 2008 Langier Meredith Rosé of Syrah

The Langier Meredith 2008 Rosé of Syrah is not what you’d expect. In fact, it’s the most un-Rosé Rosé wine we’ve tried.

It might be pink and pretty but this wine remains true to its Syrah characteristics – spicy, herby, and earthy with an attitude.

Put a blindfold on and I’m not sure I’d be able to guess this assertive wine is not a red.

These characteristics are what make this a great starting Rosé for those weary of drinking something pink and pretty.

It’s the one of the most earth-forward Rosé wines you’ll ever have the pleasure of sipping with barely any hints of fruitiness.

While the bottle suggests this wine can go with anything, I disagree. Acidity and garlic strip the wine of flavor whereas a soft, creamy cheese like Brie enhances this zippy and zingy Rosé. Use this as a sipping wine and you can’t go wrong.

We’re giving this Langier Meredith 2008 Rosé of Syrah a Kick Booty seal of approval, particularly for those who fear the Big Bad Pink Bottle.

At $20 a bottle, I’d buy a couple to enjoy before summer officially ends.