Grapes: 100% Cabernet Franc

The second rosé Kermit Lynch ever imported—Tempier’s Bandol beat it by a few months back in 1978—this cuvée from Charles Joguet is a true classic.

Year after year, Domaine Joguet’s Kevin Fontaine produces a rosé from Cabernet Franc that is simultaneously delicate and full of flavor. He achieves this impressive balance by harnessing the juice from directly pressed grapes and guiding it slowly through long fermentations at cooler temperatures in stainless steel tanks, which preserve the wine’s freshness and bright berry notes. It is versatile enough to pair beautifully with a light summer salad, fresh goat cheese, or grilled chicken.