Castillo de Jumilla 2008 Monastrell

During one of my first dates with The Husband, we went to a nice dinner before a formal occasion. I had on a pretty lady-like number and he was in a suit. At the time, I was but a wine newbie and pretty much knew only 3 kinds of wine: Red, White and Pink. Yes, I was that classy.

The waitress asked me what kind of wine I wanted and I said, “Pink.” 

At least I didn’t say, “Pink. From a box.”  She smiled. As if I was very special.

Now, twelve years later, I’m much better versed on All Things Wine. But, I still have a soft spot for The Rose.

We LOVE this Rose. The name has way too many L’s, but don’t hold it against this fresh, berry-filled Spanish wine. (Primer: Jumilla = wine-making region in southern Spain. Monastrell = grape used to make strong reds and roses.) It is beautiful – strawberry red. In fact, make sure your glass stays out of reach of the kiddies since it looks that candy-yummy.  When properly chilled, it rocks on a hot summer day.  I can really drink it with anything (or nothing) but supposedly it is excellent with all types of fish and seafood and lighter meats. Okay. If you say so.

Dee. Licious.