June 8 National Rosé Day #NationalRoséDay

Celebrate summer, friends, and all things pink on National Rosé Day! Not many people need an excuse to open a fresh bottle of rosé wine but we’ve got some great ideas on how to turn the day into a fun and memorable occasion. Held every year on the second Saturday in June, this year falling on June 8, National Rosé Day was started by Swedish Rosé house Bodvár to pay homage to this glorious summertime wine. Whether you prefer your rosé still or bubbly, deep pink or more orange, raise a glass to this perfect summer sipper.

WHEN IS NATIONAL ROSÉ DAY 2024?

It’s summertime, and the livin’ is easy on National Rosé Day on June 12. Open up that bottle of rosé wine and make a toast to the good times!

HISTORY OF NATIONAL ROSÉ DAY

When the sky clears up, the sun is shining and the sunbeds come out, it’s the perfect time to get yourself a glass of the silky pink drink. But who was the magician that first bottled the pink haziness of the dusk sky?

Unfortunately, the exact moment when the beverage was first made is still unknown since long ago, many of the more familiar red wines were commonly pink in color. This is because the techniques used to make darker wines like hard pressing weren’t widely practiced. Places like ancient Greece, who were experts in all things wine, preferred the lighter drinks as you appeared more civilized.

The Greeks and Romans finally figured out a way to separate their red and white wines, but it was around the middle ages when people from Phocaea, modern-day Turkey, brought grapevines to the old city of Marseille, turning people’s heads towards rosé.

However, rosé had its coming to America party a bit too late. It wasn’t until recent times one of the famous American wineries, Sutter Home Winery, tried to replicate the summer drink — and failed, with their first result being too sweet with an unpleasant aftertaste. That didn’t stop the winery from finding a way to perfect the recipe and become the first producer of the blush drink.

Nowadays, rosé is associated with all things chic, class, glamour, etc. It’s so widely popular, that it’s considered a wine to quench thirst. An easy-going drink to sip on while you’re cooking or a refreshment offered to guests before having dinner.

The bubbly rosé status was solidified in 2014 when the Hamptons had a shortage of rosé. And it wasn’t a surprise that in October of the same year National Rosé Day was made official.

NATIONAL ROSÉ DAY TRADITIONS

Rosé wine is the quintessential summer drink. Its pink hue represents the warmth of summer while still retaining a ‘light feel.’ Rose wine is a staple at picnics, outdoor events, and even evening dinners. It pairs well with salmon, Niçoise salads, ‘tartelettes,’ and soft cheeses. Meals are planned around rosé wine as the centerpiece.

NATIONAL ROSÉ DAY ACTIVITIES

Throw a pink partyNational Rosé Day is all about being pretty in pink. Go all out on the rosy front by dressing in pink, decorating with cherry blushing blooms, and serving up a variety of rosy-hued dishes! And of course, make sure you’re serving rosé in your cups!
Host a wine tastingGather your friends and discover the rosé wine revolution together. Consult your local wine shop for recommendations on a range of rosé wines to taste. Serve with a variety of cheeses and other snacks and find your new favorite.
Experiment with rosé cocktailsYou should know by now how adaptable rosé wine is. No matter the occasion, food, or taste of the drinker, rosé has something to make everyone smile. That flexibility extends to its mixability; grab the cocktail shaker and get testing.

5 FACTS ABOUT ROSÉ THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND

Bubbles? Maybe.Rosé wine comes in both fizzy and non-bubbly versions, making it perfect for a variety of wine lovers
Rosé vs. blush wineRosés are often confused with blush wines in that rosés are assumed to be sweet — but blush wines are always sweet, whereas rosés are often some of the driest wines produced.
VersatilityThanks to its extensive varieties, a Rosé goes well with everything from seafood to spicy food, BBQ and cheeses. It can also be used to make a tasty sangria.
Perfect for summerRosé has earned the nickname “summer water” due to its refreshing taste. Need we say more?
Ice CoolA New York bar called Primi made a slushy version — Frosé.

WHY WE LOVE NATIONAL ROSÉ DAY

It gives us the opportunity to try something newMost people stick with the same old boring red or white. National Rosé Day forces us to spread our wine-drinking wings and sip on something different. So branch out and live a little! You won’t be sorry.
It’s a versatile drinkBeer is the traditional go-to drink when having friends over for a summer BBQ, but rosé wines are a great accompaniment to grilled meat and vegetables! This wine comes in many varieties so there’s sure to be one to perfectly accompany your favorite meal.
It’s so prettyNational Rosé Day is the perfect opportunity to appreciate the beauty in life, and in your glass! Rosé reminds us that life is filled with small moments of beauty.

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates