Summer might be almost over but it remains Rose season. And surely Football and great Rose are a great match. One of he top Rose wines made in Washington State, ‘Julia’s Dazzle’ is made my Long Shadows and winemaker Gilles Nicault. Each year this wine continues to impress, utilizing old vine Pinot Gris grapes that contribute greatly to the flavor density and mouthfeel.
The 2022 Long Shadows ‘Julia’s Dazzle’ Rose (OB, 93) is a wine that is already singing but will become more and more complex as it ages. It seriously polished effort that is best consumed at a slightly warmer temperature. At around twenty dollars, the 2022 ‘Dazzle' is a steal in the Pacific Northwest Rose market. Learn more about these incredible wines at longshadows.com and here is my review of the 2022 Long Shadows ‘Julia’s Dazzle’ Rose.
2025 Long Shadows ‘Julia’s Dazzle’ Rose- The outstanding 2025 ‘Julia’s Dazzle’ is a gorgeous bottling that has the slightest hint of sweetness. It is big, round and generous on the mouth with terrific texture and verve. A gorgeous melange of red and melon fruits greet you alongside Satsuma orange zest and baking spices with hints of rose water. A delicious and also highly nuanced wine with its earthy undertones, enjoy now and over the next few years. Drink 2026-2032- 93