Press & Accolades
Courtesy of An Urban Sip
Dacalier 2008 Premiere Rosé from Napa Valley is not “a rosé is a rosé is a rosé.” On the contrary, this is a glass of beautiful. The color shines salmon berry, orangy-pink, the color of watermelon flesh. And there may be a slight hint of melon on the nose, but it’s rather light and doesn’t exactly tee you up for what’s about to happen. Sip, swirl -- Bang! Whirl! Flavor fireworks ignite bright smoke and sausage – pepperoni, really. We dialed
Pagliachi Pizza immediately and ordered their spiciest, Salumi Special stat! Honestly, Heathcliff, what a bombshell! As the night persists, so does this wine as it evolves from white pepper and petrol and to a luscious frozen strawberry. It’s a mysterious delight, and after trivial deliberation, I’d add, one of the better rosés, and The German agrees.
Retails for $15.99 -- a great Napa value wine!
Courtesy of BevX.com
Dacalier “Premiere Rose” Lake County 2008 (USA) Pink salmon color. The nose is fresh and wonderfully complex with notes of strawberry, rhubarb, tea berries, dried apricot, and star fruit with accents of spring flowers. The palate is a unique animal indeed. Ripe and tart berries mingle with a distinct flavor of Lapsang Souchong tea and hints of mineral. Ideally balanced and perfect with smoked salmon or charcuterie. Bravo!
Courtesy of CellarTracker.com
"50+4+12+17+7 It took some time for the nose to open, then I got hints
of strawberry, citrus, apricot, and white blossoms. Copious strawberry
and tangerine with floral and a hint of peach and a crisp mouth feel
with nice acidity. More tangerine and peach on the finish. Nice
balance. Chill and pop, it's a great summer wine." - 90 Points
- Annerk 4/1/09