Heitz Cellar, Grignolino Rosé, Napa Valley, 2016

The unusual Grignolino grape was the first parcel of vines Joe Heitz planted when he established the eponymous winery, so the variety enjoys a special place in the Heitz family’s heart—and Napa Valley history. A seductive nose of sweet red cherry and wild berries is followed by a palate built around great acidity, with just the subtlest hint of savoury phenolics on the back end that cry out for al fresco dining. Consistently delicious, year in, year out.