Darling Cellars is situated in a region heavily influenced by the cold Atlantic Ocean. This allows the Merlot grapes used in this ros\u00e9 to ripen slowly, retaining the high natural acidity needed to create a wine that is crisp and “zippy.” By using the “Saign\u00e9e” method or short skin contact, the winemakers achieve a delicate salmon-pink color and a flavor profile that is distinctively Merlot.<\/p>\n
This is a refreshing, unwooded ros\u00e9 designed for clarity and fruit purity:<\/p>\n
The Color:<\/b> A delicate, pale salmon or onion-skin pink.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The Nose:<\/b> Enticing aromas of crushed strawberries, red currants, and a subtle hint of rose petals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The Palate:<\/b> Light-to-medium bodied and bone-dry. You\u2019ll find a lively explosion of pomegranate and cranberry, supported by a smooth texture that is a hallmark of the Merlot grape.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The Finish:<\/b> Zesty and clean, with a lingering fruit-driven freshness that makes it incredibly food-friendly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The Perfect Al Fresco Wine:<\/b> Whether it\u2019s a picnic, a poolside lunch, or a sundowner on the deck, this dry ros\u00e9 fits the mood perfectly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Serious Food Pairing:<\/b> Because it is dry and has a bit more “weight” than some other ros\u00e9s, it pairs brilliantly with:<\/p>\n Summer Platters:<\/b> Charcuterie, olives, and Mediterranean tapas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Light Proteins:<\/b> Grilled salmon, seared tuna, or lemon-herb chicken.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Vegetarian Dishes:<\/b> Watermelon and feta salads or roasted beetroot with goat cheese.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n Service Tip:<\/b> Best served chilled (8\u00b0C \u2013 10\u00b0C). It is a “drink-now” style of wine meant to be enjoyed while young and fresh.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Elegant, Dry, and Bursting with Berry Fruit.<\/b> The DC Merlot Ros\u00e9 is a sophisticated take on a summer classic. Crafted from 100% Merlot grapes grown in the cool-climate Darling region, this ros\u00e9 offers a beautiful balance of juicy red fruit and a clean, dry acidity. This case of six is a fantastic choice for those who prefer a more serious, food-friendly ros\u00e9 that still delivers on pure, refreshing enjoyment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":9641,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"product_cat":[260],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-9640","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-labeled-rose-wine","first","instock","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/9640","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9640"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9641"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9640"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=9640"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=9640"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Why Stock a Case of 6?<\/b><\/h3>\n
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