{"title":"Hampton Water","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hampton-water-rose","title":"Hampton Water Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHampton Water Rosé\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Grenache-based rosé from Languedoc-Roussillon, France, bottled at 13–13.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Rated 91 points by both Wine Enthusiast and Decanter, this expression has also earned four consecutive 90-point scores from Wine Spectator—a remarkable streak for a rosé at its price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 13–13.5%  |  Origin: Languedoc-Roussillon, South of France  |  Rosé Blend  |  Winery: Gérard Bertrand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHampton Water is produced in partnership with Gérard Bertrand, one of the most acclaimed winemakers in the south of France, operating from his estate holdings across the Languedoc-Roussillon appellation. The blend draws on Grenache (60%), Cinsault (15%), Mourvèdre (15%), and Syrah (10%)—a classic southern French rosé architecture built around Grenache's soft fruit and Mourvèdre's structure. What sets this wine apart from most competitors is a deliberate use of new French oak: roughly 20% of the wine is barrel-aged for 30 to 60 days, lending a subtle creaminess and textural weight without masking the wine's bright, fruit-forward character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine opens with fresh strawberry and ripe cherry, followed by citrus zest and a delicate floral lift. A faint herbal note and dried garrigue emerge as it opens in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On entry, bright red fruit—cherry, strawberry, and watermelon—hits cleanly across the palate. The mid-palate broadens with ripe melon and tangerine, supported by a mineral backbone and a hint of spice. The partial oak aging shows here as a subtle creamy richness that fills out the wine without making it heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, refreshing, and notably long for a rosé of this style. Lingering notes of currant, peppery spice, and a whisper of rose water carry through cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Hampton Water\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe chilled to roughly 45–50°F. This rosé drinks well on its own but has enough body and acidity to hold up in mixed drinks. A \u003cstrong\u003eFrosé\u003c\/strong\u003e is a natural fit, as the wine's concentrated fruit and dry finish survive the frozen treatment without turning cloying. It also works in a \u003cstrong\u003eFrench 75 variation\u003c\/strong\u003e (substituting rosé for Champagne), where its citrus zest and floral aromatics complement gin and lemon. For a simple warm-weather pour, use it as the base for a \u003cstrong\u003eRosé Spritz\u003c\/strong\u003e with elderflower liqueur and sparkling water—the wine's minerality keeps the drink crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer entertaining and outdoor dinner parties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a wine lover who already knows Whispering Angel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with grilled seafood or Mediterranean-style meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStocking a vacation house or boat bar with a crowd-pleasing rosé\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Hampton Water taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hampton Water delivers bright cherry and strawberry fruit with ripe melon and tangerine at the mid-palate, balanced by crisp acidity, a mineral edge, and a dry finish with lingering spice and currant notes. The partial oak aging gives it a subtle creaminess uncommon in most rosés at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Hampton Water compare to Whispering Angel?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are premium French rosés, but Hampton Water uses a Languedoc Grenache-dominant blend with partial French oak aging, while Whispering Angel is a Provence rosé with a lighter, more restrained profile. Hampton Water has outpaced Whispering Angel in online sales velocity, and its 91-point scores from Wine Enthusiast and Decanter match or exceed Whispering Angel's typical critical ratings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hampton Water good for sipping on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—its balanced acidity, bright fruit, and dry finish make it an excellent standalone pour, especially served well chilled in warm weather. The subtle oak richness gives it enough depth to hold interest glass after glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Hampton Water made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hampton Water is produced in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France in partnership with Gérard Bertrand, whose estates are among the most respected in the appellation. Despite the name evoking the Hamptons, this is a fully French-made wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Hampton Water?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled shrimp or branzino pair well thanks to the wine's acidity and mineral finish. Charcuterie boards with cured meats and aged cheese complement its fruit and spice notes. Salade Niçoise mirrors its Provençal character, and lighter pasta dishes with tomato-based sauces match the wine's red-fruit profile. Watermelon and feta salad echoes the melon and strawberry notes in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Hampton Water come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hampton Water is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle, with a 1.5L magnum format also produced for larger gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hampton Water worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hampton Water positions as a premium everyday rosé—above basic supermarket labels but well below estate Provence bottlings. With four years of 90-point Wine Spectator ratings and 91-point scores from Wine Enthusiast and Decanter, it delivers critical-level quality that competes with or exceeds rosés at significantly higher price points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Hampton Water?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe partial aging in new French oak—applied to 20% of the blend for 30 to 60 days—is the key differentiator here. Most rosés in this category avoid oak entirely, aiming for pure, lean freshness. Hampton Water takes a different approach, building in a layer of texture and length that critics have consistently recognized: four straight years at 90 points from Wine Spectator and dual 91-point ratings from Wine Enthusiast and Decanter speak for themselves. Add a Gold Medal at the 2023 Global Masters and another Gold at Mundus Vini in 2022, and the critical consensus is clear. This is a Languedoc rosé that competes directly with top Provence labels and, in many vintages, outperforms them.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hampton Water","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44839137902761,"sku":"36261","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Hampton-Water-Rose__91801.jpg?v=1730517358"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/hampton-water.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}