Francis Ford Coppola Sofia Rose 2018 brand_J Christopher Wines and has nothing to do

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fine charcuterie and white meats in rich sauces

although the tart fruit is still to the fore

New Zealand Pinot Noir is almost always approachable in its youth and this wine is no exception

Francis Ford Coppola Sofia Rose 2018 brand_J Christopher Wines and has nothing to doNote that, despite the Sofia branding, this is not a sparkling wine but a still rose, made from syrah and pinot noir. Its a very fragrant and initially floral rose, its slightly salty quality cutting through the modest fruit profile, which otherwise sticks close the usual elements of red berries and marshmallow fluff. A squeeze of orange on the back end adds some nuance. The iconic Sofia sparkler (wrapped in plastic, natch) really pushes the