Clean and crisp, with light berry and herb flavors forming core elements. It tapers off gently on the finish with classy mineral notes. The wine should work well with oysters, sole, and other mild fish, poultry and vegetarian cuisine. From the California branch of the folks that make Chateau de Beaucastel, in Southern France, where rose is de rigeur for summertime.——J.M.(12/1/2001)—— 88