Belle Glos Oeil de Perdrix, Sonoma County

Sonoma County Rose of Pinot Noir: Oeil de perdrix – French for eye of the partridge – is a traditional term for this wine’s seductive, jewel-like color. To capture this shade along with the wine’s crisp acidity and bold berry flavors, we lightly press the fresh Pinot Noir juice from the whole clusters, then allow it a brief love affair with spicy French oak barrels during and after fermentation. – Joseph J. Wagner, Winemaker. We dedicate this Rose to our family, friends and colleagues who have battled cancer. A portion from the sale of this will go towards ongoing research in the cure for cancer.

• Pastel pink with soft rose undertones, this wine has the classic eye of the partridge’s color

• Fragrant and expressive on the nose, with aromas of apricot, honey suckle, grapefruit, and orange blossom

• Flavors of wild strawberry, lemon drop, and tart raspberry followed by notes of tropical passion fruit, guava, and hints of kiwi

• This wine has bright acidity that lingers through to a long-lasting, satisfying finish