Balletto’s 2016 rose of pinot noir is an improvement over the 2014 version we last saw, offering a more restrained berry fruit profile that is a nice foil to some lively acidity, with ample lemon and grapefruit character, particularly on the fun and aromatic finish. Drinks more like a crisp white than a lushly fruit-driven rose.

B+ / $18 / ballettovineyards.com

2016 Balletto Rose of Pinot Noir Russian River Valley

$18

8.5

Rating

8.5/10