The rose offering, the 2007 Pink, possesses crisp acidity (which provides freshness) as well as copious quantities of frothy strawberry and framboise fruit. It is a delicious value that is best consumed over the next 6-9 months. One of my favorite wineries from Paso Robles is Villa Creek Cellars, which fashions innovative Rhone Ranger blends that taste great and, for the most part, are fairly priced.Tel. (805) 238-7145; Fax (805) 238-7514

The 2005 Pink is marginally disappointing, appearing to be almost an afterthought rather than a strong effort to make a top-notch rose. Its crisp, tart acidity and refreshing style have some appeal, but it does not rank alongside the finest roses from California’s Central Coast. Tel. (805) 238-3000