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10 Best Rosé Wines Under $30, According to a Sommelier

When consumed in moderation, rosés may help reduce inflammation and are lower calorie than reds.

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Even though we're in the middle of a pandemic, it's still summer. And if you want to enjoy a glass of wine in the backyard, rosés can be a healthier option. Because they're made from red grapes, rosés contain the same polyphenols present in reds, and when sipped in moderation these antioxidants may help reduce inflammation and protect against heart disease. If you're watching your calorie intake, pink wines also often contain fewer calories than reds. Be sure to pick up a dry style (no to very little residual sugar), so you're not loading up on extra sugar. And when shopping for wine, organic and biodynamic picks should be your first stop. Chemical treatments like pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides can linger in your wine even after fermentation. And so without further ado, here are our favorite rosés to buy this summer:

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Cantine Argiolas 2018 Cantine Argiolas Serra Lori Rosato

2018 Cantine Argiolas Serra Lori Rosato
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Cantine Argiolas 2018 Cantine Argiolas Serra Lori Rosato

$16 at Wine.com

This beautifully-hued rosé hails from the Italian island of Sardinia. Made from several local grapes varieties, Serra Lori spends between 3-4 hours macerating on the grape skins, imparting both the gorgeous color and those beneficial antioxidants. Full of lively berry flavors and crisp finish, it's perfect for kicking off the summer season.

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Grgich Hills Estate 2018 Grgich Hills Estate Rosé

2018 Grgich Hills Estate Rosé
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Grgich Hills Estate 2018 Grgich Hills Estate Rosé

Napa Valley may be famous for its iconic reds, but you'll find outstanding pink wines here too. Grgich Hills Estate's version is based on Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Merlot, Zinfandel, and Cabernet Franc to round it out. These grapes are all chock-full of polyphenols. A little creamy on the palate, this rosé boasts notes of juicy watermelon, ripe peach, and wild strawberry with a delicate note of cherry blossoms. Ideal for balmy summer evenings.

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Biokult 2018 Biokult Zweigelt Rosé

2018 Biokult Zweigelt Rosé
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Biokult 2018 Biokult Zweigelt Rosé

Made from biodynamically-farmed grapes, this light rosé is made for picnics. Pinot fans will love the Austrian Zweigelt grape. Biokult's version has heady notes of strawberry, cranberry, and floral notes with a citrusy twist and dry mineral-driven finish. Heads up to folks on a plant-based diet—Biokult is also vegan.

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La Fête du Rosé 2019 La Fête du Rosé

2019 La Fête du Rosé
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La Fête du Rosé 2019 La Fête du Rosé

A classic Provence rosé featuring Grenache, Mourvedre, and Syrah, La Fête du Rosé is a heady mix of fresh berries, clementines, cantaloupe, light spice, and a slight nuttiness. Impeccably balanced, utterly refreshing, it's perfect if you prefer lighter styles.

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Mas de Daumas Gassac 2018 Mas de Daumas Gassac Rosé Frizant

2018 Mas de Daumas Gassac Rosé Frizant
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Mas de Daumas Gassac 2018 Mas de Daumas Gassac Rosé Frizant

Crafted from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Pinot Noir, plus a few white varieties, this stunning bubbly is one of my all-time favorites. Thicker skinned grapes like Cab boast higher levels of beneficial polyphenols. The best part? Daumas Gassac's rosé is dry, so you can still get your fizz fix without the added sugar.

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Sokol Blosser Winery 2019 Sokol Blosser Rosé of Pinot Noir

2019 Sokol Blosser Rosé of Pinot Noir
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Sokol Blosser Winery 2019 Sokol Blosser Rosé of Pinot Noir

Despite being a thin-skinned grape, Pinot Noir tops the list for resveratrol levels, especially when grown in cooler regions like Oregon's Dundee Hills AVA. Fresh aromas of nectarine, blood orange, and crushed berries mingle with savory herbs, rosé petals, and just a hint of spice.

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Chateau de Trinquevedel 2018 Chateau de Trinquevedel Tavel Rosé

 2018 Chateau de Trinquevedel Tavel Rosé
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Chateau de Trinquevedel 2018 Chateau de Trinquevedel Tavel Rosé

From its color to its complexity, Chateau de Trinquevedel's rich pink rosé is a real showstopper. Based on Grenache and completed by an assembly of grapes common across the South of France, this is a bold rosé that even the most dedicated red wine drinker will love. Vibrant and simmering with raspberry, cherry, red flowers, and a mineral-heavy finish, this is not one to miss.

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2019 Succés Vinicola Patxanga Rosado

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Made in Spain's Conca de Barbera region exclusively from the local Trepat grape, Patxanga is unfined and with no added sulfites. This rosé features delicate floral notes layered over ripe red berries— cherries, cranberries, raspberries. It's fresh. It's bright. It's so summery.

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Maçanita Wines 2018 Maçanita Touriga Nacional Em Rosé

2018 Maçanita Touriga Nacional Em Rosé
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Maçanita Wines 2018 Maçanita Touriga Nacional Em Rosé

Touriga Nacional is often the cornerstone in red Port blends. It's high in tannins and packed with polyphenols. On its own, the wines this Portuguese grape makes are something else. Rich notes of strawberry and crushed tart red cherries lead into pretty tree blossom notes and a hint of pepper. Perfect for a lazy summer's afternoon.

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Santa Julia 2019 Santa Julia Malbec Rosé

2019 Santa Julia Malbec Rosé
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Santa Julia 2019 Santa Julia Malbec Rosé

Another vegan pick to note. While there's loads of intense red fruit in this wine, there's a touch more dark fruit in this rosé in the form of dark cherry flavors with a wonderful finish dominated by sweet baking spices. Bonus? This rosé is an absolute steal.

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Camille Berry
Camille Berry

Camille Berry is a wine and food writer and certified sommelier. After studying English and Politics at New York University, she embarked on her sommelier certification. During her time as a sommelier, Camille helped create dynamic wine lists, spoke on discussion panels, and worked as a wine educator. 

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