A toast to the internationally successful rose wine and its home in the French region of ProvenceBorn in the oldest French wine region of Provence, rose is known worldwide for its gorgeous spectrum of pale pink colors, its aromatic and fruity flavor, and its growing success as a go-to drink for traditional and trendy wine drinkers alike. Its story begins in the mid-1980s, when a group of passionate winemakers (and friends) reinvented the product and its standards as we know it today.Saga of Provence Great Roses takes us on a trip through this unique international saga to finally share the whole story along the Rose Road, from St. Tropez to St. Barts and beyond. In the pages of this glitzy lifestyle book, tastemakers at home will enjoy stories and portraits alongside stunning photographs of Provence''s magnificent shores and chateaus as well as the famous gastronomical scenes where rose is celebrated and recognized-from the luxurious Hotel Eden Rock to the historic Club 55. No other wine region has seen the same success in such a short time, with escalating wine tourism, art exhibitions, vineyards, and new arty labels and big-bottle formats. New and old appreciators of rose will delight in this addition to their wine collection.
In Rose All Day, wine writer Katherine Cole takes us on an entertaining survey of the history of the wine, moving from the goblets of King Louis XIV to the vineyards of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Cole explains in detail how rose is created and then tells us where to find the good stuff. The book invites readers to journey from the sunny vineyards of southern France to the idyllic hillsides of Italy and beyond. Organized by region, each chapter includes an overview of the general characteristics of the area's wine, profiles of exciting producers, and tasting notes, along with specific recommendations for wines to taste. With atmospheric regional descriptions, savvy advice on wines to buy, creative food pairing suggestions, and pretty-in-pink illustrations, Rose All Day is a colorful, spirited, essential resource that is sure to quench any wine lover's thirst.
