Gerard Bertrand Source of Joy Rose 2020
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The iridescent colors of the glass stopper create sublime light effects, enhancing this rosé. An elegant wine with a lovely bright pink color. The intensity of the fruit highlights the aromas. Strawberry and cherry complexes, with some hints of licorice. Breadth and roundness astonishing in the mouth are balanced by the freshness of this vintage. Lively and elegant, the finish persists on notes of red berries.
Serve this wine alongside grilled meat, fish or Mediterranean salads.
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The 2020 Gérard Bertrand Source of Joy Rosé is bright, pleasing, and satisfying. TASTING NOTES: This wine exhibits lively aromas and flavors of red fruit and a hint of earthiness. Pair it with smoked salmon sashimi. (Tasted: June 6, 2021, San Francisco, CA)
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Fresh pressed garrigue herbs are partnered with light cherry, strawberry and Asian pear on the nose of this well-balanced rosé. Powder and baby’s breath add some floral depth. The palate is balanced in soft yet lifting acidity and ripe fruit tones, finishing clean and dry with just a touch of mouthwaring sensation.
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Gerard Bertrand was born and raised in the South of France. Making wine with his father, Georges, since the age of 10, Gerard Bertrand offers the full range and diversity of wines from the region – red, white, rose, varietal, appellation, estate, still, sparkling, and dessert.
Every wine evokes the image and emotions from the South of France; "Art de Vivre" – the "art of life." Committed to producing quality wines of great value, Gerard is hands on in every facet which bears his name… and has been fortunate to receive great accolades from World Wide press reinforcing his dedication.
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