Coming up Roses

Wine editor James Suckling tasted more than 50 rosés in blind tastings at one of Thailand’s premier beach resorts, The Nai Harn Phuket, in May for Jamessuckling.com’s inaugural Best Rosé of Thailand competition. Here are his top 10

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domaine ott Côtes de Provence Clos rosé mireille 2014 (silver)

A very pale coloured and deep rosé with lemon, orange, grapefruit and light dried strawberry aromas and flavours. Dense and lively. Bright and flavourful. Very long and intense. Drink now.

94 points

siam Winery monsoon valley thailand hua hin hills vineyard White shiraz rosé 2015

Aromas of candied watermelon and lemon with hints of cherry. Full body, savoury fruit and spice. Delicious finish. More fruit-forward and decadent style. Clearly the best rosé of Thailand. Screw cap. Drink now. 91 points