National Rosé Day is the perfect excuse to make something cold, easy, and a little fun. Our Summer Frosé blends Etude Carneros Rosé of Pinot Noir with frozen strawberries, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of simple syrup for a bright, slushy cocktail made for warm afternoons. Blend a batch, pour generously, and toast to rosé!
The Wine: Etude Carneros Rosé of Pinot Noir
Our Carneros Rosé of Pinot Noir is crafted with the same thoughtful approach that defines Etude’s Pinot Noir program. Grown in the cool-climate Carneros AVA, this rosé offers bright red fruit, refreshing acidity, and a clean, lively finish that makes it especially well suited for summer.
Its delicate fruit character pairs beautifully with strawberries, while the wine’s natural brightness keeps the frosé crisp and balanced. Light, expressive, and wonderfully easy to enjoy, this is a bottle made for warm days and relaxed gatherings.
The Pairing: Why It Works
Frozen strawberries bring ripe summer fruit and a soft, slushy texture, while fresh lemon juice adds lift and keeps the drink from feeling too sweet. Simple syrup can be adjusted to taste, giving the frosé just the right amount of sweetness without overpowering the rosé.
The result is refreshing, seasonal, and just a little playful. It is a simple recipe that turns a bottle of rosé into something festive enough for a summer gathering, but easy enough to make on a quiet afternoon at home.
Summer Frosé with Carneros Rosé of Pinot Noir
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 750 ml bottle of refreshing rosé, such as Etude Carneros Rosé of Pinot Noir
- 2 cups frozen fresh strawberries, quartered
- 3 oz simple syrup, or to taste
- 2½ oz fresh lemon juice
- Fresh strawberries, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the frozen strawberries into the pitcher of a high-powered blender.
- Pour in the rosé.
- Purée the mixture on high until smooth.
- Taste and add simple syrup until desired sweetness is reached.
- Serve immediately and garnish with a fresh strawberry.
Shop Etude Carneros Rosé of Pinot Noir at etudewines.com.
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