Hitching Post Piquette Sparkling Rose

About the Wine

Piquette is a low alcohol, simply stated, slightly sparkling wine beverage that is refreshing, fun and easy to drink. Technically is not a wine since it is made by adding water to grape pomace. It is then allowed to rehydrate and macerate to gain color and flavor rather than fermenting the grapes themselves. This second use for the grapes is a practice that goes back centuries to ancient Greeks and Romans. The name is derived from the French term 'piquer' meaning to prick or prickle - the textural sensation it provides. Though our Piquette is fresh and direct, we give it the same thoughtful consideration as our more complex wines. This is a first for Hitching Post. Only one barrel was made.