Glassport Rose

Glassport Rosé is a dry, pale pink wine from Côtes de Provence, the southern French region that defined the modern style of serious rosé. The blend is built on Grenache and Cinsault with a touch of Syrah, all pressed gently to extract minimal color and fermented cool to lock in Mediterranean brightness. This is rosé engineered to drink like a crisp white wine rather than a diluted red, the hallmark of Provençal winemaking and the reason these bottles set the global standard for the category. The Côtes de Provence sits along the Mediterranean coast where warm days and cooling sea breezes create ideal conditions for high-acid, low-alcohol wines that hold their shape in the heat. Winemakers here press the fruit quickly and ferment at low temperatures to preserve aromatics and prevent extraction of tannin or heavy pigment. The result is a wine with structure and length that belies its delicate color. Glassport follows that regional playbook faithfully, delivering the tart cranberry and orange blossom notes that distinguish Provence from fruitier New World rosés. The nose opens with cranberry and strawberry, followed by pomegranate and a subtle orange blossom lift that adds complexity without weight. The palate is bright and focused, with enough acidity to cut through richer foods and a finish that stretches longer than you'd expect from a wine this light-bodied. Pour it with grilled fish, shellfish, Niçoise salad, or anything dressed with citrus and herbs. The acidity makes it one of the few wines that genuinely works with tomato-based dishes, and it handles cream pasta, salmon, and tuna better than most reds at this weight. For simpler pairings, reach for charcuterie, mild cheeses, or something salty on crackers. Serve cold, around 45-50 degrees, and don't wait for a special occasion. In stock at Off Premise in Lincoln Park.