All Of Me Brut Rose

All Of Me Brut Rosé comes from Esplanda in Massachusetts, and the name points to a dry, sparkling pink wine. Brut is the sparkling-wine term for a dry style with little perceived sweetness. The catalog files it under Sauvignon Blanc, so the grape character may lean that way. Details like blend, vintage and alcohol level aren't published here, so what follows describes what this style usually delivers rather than a measured profile. Brut rosés tend to pair red-berry fruit, such as strawberry, raspberry and red currant, with a crisp, citrusy lift. If Sauvignon Blanc is part of the picture, expect that brightness to show up as grapefruit, lime zest or a faint herbal edge. Sparkling pink wines are typically light to medium in body and have no real tannin. Acidity carries the structure, and the finish should be clean and fairly short. Oak is not a feature of this style, so there should be no toast or vanilla. Serve it well chilled, around 40 to 45°F, which keeps the bubbles fine and the acidity in balance. Roughly three hours in the refrigerator or thirty minutes in an ice bucket gets it there. Do not decant it, because that would strip out the carbonation. A tulip-shaped white wine glass or a universal wine glass suits it better than a wide coupe. The narrower opening holds the aromas and keeps the mousse lively longer than a flute does. At the table, the acidity and light fruit suit salty, fried and rich foods. Good matches include oysters, shrimp, fried chicken, charcuterie, soft goat cheese, sushi and salads with citrus or berries. It also works with brunch dishes like smoked salmon and eggs. Plan on opening it within a year or so of purchase rather than cellaring it, and keep it cool and out of light until then.