Troon Vineyard Kubli Bench Rosé Applegate Valley 2022
The Data
Country USA
Appellation Applegate Valley
Varietal Rose Blend
Retail Price $25
ABV 12.5%
Score 4.5 Stars/95 points
In the Glass
Appearance
Hazy, light salmon color.
Aromatics
The aromatics are intense, offering scents of wild strawberry and hibiscus flower with supporting notes of kumquat and mineral.
Flavor
The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of crushed berries, raspberry, pomegranate, and citrus zest. The finish is tart.
Intensity & Texture
Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture.
Cool Factor
Our fourth taste of a Troon Vineyard Kubli Bench Rosé and it surpasses the previous superb wines. Troon is showing us something special.
Value Grade
Scarcity (only 250 cases made), superb quality, and a modest, premium price tag of $25 make this wine a value for wine lovers seeking unique wines with personality.
Analysis
The 2022 Troon Kubli Bench Rosé is made from a Southern France inspired blend of 55% Mourvedre, 25% Cinsault, 9% Counoise, 8% Carignan, and 3% Negrette. The grape varietals used in this wine have changed through the years but it seems like this may be the type of wine that we see moving forward. The grapes were intentionally harvested with lower sugars and higher acidity than grapes destined to be a red wine. We love this Mourvedre focus as this varietal brings great fruit and texture to the wine. The supporting grapes add depth and complexity. The juice was fermented in neutral barrels with native yeasts and then encouraged to go through malolactic (softening the sharp acid profile) and then rested on the lees for six months. Like all Troon Vineyard wines, the Kubli Bench Rosé is bottled unfined and unfiltered. Delicious.
How to Enjoy
Serve chilled with nothing but a glass or pair with grilled tuna or spicy Thai noodles.