Lamoreaux Landing Rose

Lamoreaux Landing Rosé is a 100% Cabernet Franc rosé from New York's Finger Lakes, bottled at 13.8% ABV in a standard 750ml format. The 2019 vintage earned 90 points from Wine Enthusiast, underscoring the winery's reputation for cool-climate wines that punch well above their regional profile.

Quick Facts: ABV: 13.8%  |  Origin: Finger Lakes, New York  |  Style: Dry Rosé  |  Varietal: 100% Cabernet Franc  |  Winery: Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars

Production & Heritage

Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars has operated on the eastern shore of Seneca Lake since 1990, building a track record as one of the Finger Lakes' benchmark producers for sustainable winegrowing and cool-climate winemaking. All fruit for this rosé is estate-grown, and the wine is produced and bottled entirely in-house — a level of vertical control that gives the winemaking team direct oversight of grape quality from vine to bottle. The decision to use 100% Cabernet Franc rather than a blend gives this rosé a distinctive structure and aromatic complexity that sets it apart from many multi-varietal rosé bottlings.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with crushed fresh herbs and pink lemonade before giving way to cherry blossom and subtle ruby-red grapefruit. There is a flinty, mineral undercurrent that anchors the fruit and keeps the aromatics from tipping into sweetness.

Taste: On the palate, bright white cherry and strawberry flavors arrive first, lifted by pronounced citrusy energy. The mid-palate fills out with a lusciously enveloping mouthfeel that carries more weight than the pale pink color suggests. Brisk acidity drives the wine forward and keeps every sip taut and focused.

Finish: The finish is moderately long with a drying, chalky texture that recalls good Provençal rosé. Lingering notes of red raspberry and a whisper of lemon zest close things out cleanly.

How to Drink Lamoreaux Landing Rosé

This rosé is at its best served well-chilled — around 45–50°F — and poured into a standard white wine glass that concentrates the delicate aromatics. Its brisk acidity and dry profile also make it a strong cocktail component. A Frosé benefits from the wine's bright strawberry core and mineral backbone. A French 75 variation using this rosé in place of Champagne adds Cabernet Franc complexity without extra sweetness. And a simple Rosé Spritz — topped with sparkling water and a grapefruit twist — plays directly to the wine's citrus-driven energy.

Best For

• Summer porch sessions where a structured, dry rosé outperforms sweeter alternatives
• Introducing wine drinkers to the quality and range of Finger Lakes winemaking
• Hosting a seafood dinner where bright acidity is essential
• Gifting someone who appreciates single-varietal wines with a sense of place

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lamoreaux Landing Rosé taste like? It delivers bright white cherry and strawberry flavors supported by citrusy acidity and a flinty, mineral character. The finish is dry and chalky with lingering red raspberry and lemon zest.

How does Lamoreaux Landing Rosé compare to Provence rosé? Both share a dry, mineral-driven profile and pale pink color, but the Lamoreaux Landing bottling leans into the herbal, peppery character of Cabernet Franc rather than the Grenache and Cinsault blends typical of Provence. Its Finger Lakes origin also tends to produce higher natural acidity, giving the wine a particularly crisp edge.

Is Lamoreaux Landing Rosé good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — its balanced acidity, dry finish, and layered aromatics make it a rewarding standalone pour, especially when served well-chilled.

Where is Lamoreaux Landing Rosé made? It is produced at Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars on the eastern shore of Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes AVA of New York State. The winery has been growing and vinifying estate fruit at this location since 1990.

What foods pair well with Lamoreaux Landing Rosé? Grilled shrimp or salmon benefit from the wine's acidity cutting through richness. Goat cheese salads mirror its herbal, citrus-forward aromatics. Charcuterie boards work well because the chalky tannins complement cured meats. Fresh strawberry desserts echo the wine's fruit without overwhelming it. Sushi and lighter Asian dishes are lifted by the bright, clean finish.

What sizes does Lamoreaux Landing Rosé come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle.

Is Lamoreaux Landing Rosé worth the price? It positions as a mid-range rosé that competes favorably with imports at similar or higher price points, especially given its 90-point Wine Enthusiast score and fully estate-grown, estate-bottled pedigree.

Why Lamoreaux Landing Rosé?

What distinguishes this wine is its unwavering commitment to a single grape — 100% Cabernet Franc — and a single place — estate vineyards on Seneca Lake. That focus yields a rosé with more aromatic complexity and structural interest than many blended alternatives. The 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast confirms it is not merely a regional curiosity but a genuinely competitive rosé on a national stage. For anyone looking to explore what cool-climate New York winemaking can achieve with a classic red Bordeaux grape, this bottling makes a compelling case.