Beverage of the Week (BOW)

Cornerstone Cellars Corallina Rosé of Syrah Napa Valley 2014

Product Story

BevX readers know I am a big fan of well-made rosé and this one certainly fits the bill. For years I have eagerly awaited the release of the Cornerstone Cellars Corallina as it is consistently one of the year's best rosé and this year is no exception. The Corallina possesses the bright fruit and vibrant acidity that rosé lovers seek but it has more depth and intrigue than most. It's hard to imagine it being better.

Brand Story

Each wine has the unmistakable thumbprint of Craig Camp, Cornerstone's managing partner. Craig is a wine industry veteran with a sharp palate. He seeks wines with depth, style, and balance and this is the only kind of wine he will make.

Tasting Note

Brilliant pale salmon color. The aromatics are decidedly floral with generous scents of wild strawberries, white peach, red cherry, lavender, heather, and orange zest with accents of mineral in support. The palate echoes the nose delivering a complex and vibrant core of red berries and cherry, fresh herbs, spring flowers, orange, and mineral. Ultra vibrant with crisp acidity while offering generous portions of fruit with perfect balance and great length.

How to Serve

Serve chilled but not too cold or you will miss much of what this wine has to offer as it opened up beautifully after 10 minutes at room temperature.

Price: $ 25

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