National Rosé Day

National Rosé Day commemorates a wine that complements many dishes on the second Saturday in June each year.

If you are a wine lover, you certainly know that red wine is a wine that gets a lot of color from the grapes, while white wine only contains ingredients from the juice of the grapes themselves. But what is this mysterious rosé that we often hear about? National Rosé Day is your chance to learn the difference and how amazing the results are. Want it? Rosé wines are wines that contain only some of the color of the grape skins but lack the bold and intense color of red wine.

History of National Rosé Day

When the sky is clear, the sun comes out and the sunbeds come out, it's the perfect time to get yourself a smooth pink drink. But who was the first magician to bottle the pink of the sunset sky?

Unfortunately, the exact time when this drink was first made is not known for a long time, many of the more familiar red wines are usually rosé. This is because the techniques used to make wines darker such as hard pressing are not widely practiced. Places like ancient Greece, which were wine experts, preferred lighter drinks when you appeared more civilized.

The Greeks and Romans finally figured out how to separate their red and white wines, but it was around the middle of the middle Ages when people from Phocaea, present-day Turkey, brought vines to the ancient city. Marseille, making people turn to pink.

However, Rosé arrived a little late to the party in America. It wasn't until very recently that one of the famous American wineries, Sutter Home Winery, tried to recreate the summer drink and failed, with their first results being too sweet with a difficult aftertaste. That didn't stop the winery from trying to perfect the recipe and become the first producer of the red drink.

Today, rosé wine is associated with all that is luxury, class, charm, etc. It is so widespread that it is considered a thirst quencher. An easy drink to sip while you're cooking or refreshment offered to guests before dinner.

The bubbly rose status strengthened in 2014 when the Hamptons ran short of roses. And it's no surprise that in October of the same year, International Rosé Day was officially recognized.

Some facts about Rosé

• Bubbles? Probably.

Rosé wines are available in both carbonated and non-fizzy versions, making them perfect for many wine lovers.

• Rosé vs. blush wine

Rosés are often confused with red wines because rosés are thought to be sweet – but red wines are always sweet, while rosés are often some of the driest wines produced.

• Flexibility

Thanks to its wide variety, Rosé pairs well with everything from seafood to spicy food, BBQ and cheese. It can also be ingredient to make delicious sangria.

• Perfect for summer

Rosé has a nickname “summer water” because of its refreshing taste. Do we need to say more?

• Cool ice

A New York bar called Primi has created a slurry version - Frosé.

How to celebrate National Rosé Day

• Pink party

International Rosé Day is all about pretty pink. Show your best on the pink front by dressing in pink, decorating with fiery red cherry blossoms, and serving up a variety of pink-colored dishes! And of course, make sure you're serving rosé in your cup!

• Organize a wine tasting session

Gather your friends and explore rosé revolution together. Consult your local wine shop for an introduction to a wide range of rosé wines to taste. Combine with a variety of cheeses and other snacks and find your new favorite.

• Experiment with rose cocktail

By now you should know how adapted rosé wines are. No matter the occasion, the dish or the taste of the drinker, rosé has something to make everyone smile. That versatility extends to its mix ability; get a cocktail shaker and give it a try.

Some reasons for National Rosé Day being loved

• It is a special chance to try a new thing

Most people stick with the same boring old red or white. National Rosé Day forces us to spread our drinking wings and sip something different. Therefore, branch out and live a little! You will not regret it.

• It is a versatile drink

Beer is the traditional drink to drink when going out with friends to a BBQ in the summer, but rosé wine is a great accompaniment to grilled meat and vegetables! This wine comes in many varieties so there is sure to be a perfect accompaniment to your favorite meal.

• It is very beautiful

National Rosé Day is a great opportunity to appreciate the beauty in life! Rosé reminds us that life is full of beautiful little moments.