As the long days of summer slowly fade into golden evenings, leaves changing colors, and the hints of crisp air drift in, one wine bridges the seasons perfectly: rosé.

Light enough to echo the carefree energy of summer, yet versatile and layered enough to carry us into autumn, rosé is more than just a warm-weather pour — it’s a transition wine.

From Provençal classics to coastal blends and bright Oregon bottlings, these pink-hued favorites capture the essence of sunsets, falling leaves, and everything in between.

Whether you’re sipping on a patio, sharing a bottle at dinner, or stocking up for the cooler nights ahead, these rosés remind us that every season has its perfect glass.

Here are 8 wines to try before summer ends:

1. Grounded Wine Co. “Space Age” Rosé

This California roséfeels like bottled twilight—bright, crisp, and just a little otherworldly. Notes of strawberry, raspberry, and lemon zest lift the glass while adding freshness. Its zippy acidity makes it perfect for those in-between moments: sunsets on the porch, early sweater weather evenings, or that final summer barbecue that edges into autumn. Space Age proves rosé isn’t just summer’s star—it’s autumn’s bridge, too.

This brand focuses on the emotions at play during the American Space Age, producing a grounded authenticity that speaks of the wine inside.

2. Côte Mas Rosé

Côte Mas brings the best of the South of France to your glass: delicate red berries, fresh peach, and a subtle whisper of Mediterranean herbs. Balanced and elegant, this rosé pairs easily with lighter dishes but shines on its own as a seasonal sipper. Imagine lavender fields giving way to crisp breezes—this wine captures that exact transition. Côte Mas is an invitation to slow down, savor, and glide gracefully from warm afternoons into cooler nights.

A vibrant, floral rosé, offering upfront aromas of iris, lavender and laurel that complement the raspberry and strawberry-hull core. The fruity palate is bright and refreshing, with ample acidity and just a hint of orange blossom on the finish. Varietals: Grenache 50%, Cinsault 30%, Syrah 20%

3. Isle Saint. Perrier Rosé

Breezy and refreshing, Isle St. Perrier Rosé feels like a seaside escape even as the air turns brisk. Bright red berries mingle with citrus zest, while a saline edge gives it a unique, coastal character. It’s a wine that feels like the lingering ocean breeze—perfect for evenings when the warmth fades but summer isn’t quite gone. With its mineral lift and vibrant fruit, Isle St. Perrier carries effortless energy into autumn.

4. Belle de Provence Rosé

As elegant as its Provençal heritage, Belle de Provence is floral, delicate, and beautifully balanced. Notes of rose petal, red currant, and a touch of mint make it a refreshing, yet layered pour. This is the rosé for moments of quiet reflection—whether enjoyed on a patio surrounded by falling leaves or at a dinner table that shifts from fresh salads to roasted fare. Belle de Provence is timeless, a wine that softens summer into fall.

5. Wines du Monde Rose

Cheerful and inviting, Wines du Monde Rosé is a French blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Merlot crafted in the IGP Méditerranée. It’s dry and refreshing, offering bright flavors of peach, citrus, and grapefruit balanced by herbal notes and a touch of sea-breeze minerality. With lively acidity and a clean, lingering finish, it’s equally suited for seafood, grilled vegetables, or casual sipping. An elegant yet approachable rosé that bridges summer warmth with autumn ease.

6. Castello Monaci Negroamaro (Kreos Rosato)

Kreos Rosato from Puglia is a dry Negroamaro rosé with a vivid rose-tinted hue. It delivers juicy red fruit—cherries, raspberries, sour cherry—with floral aromas and a touch of minerality. On the palate it’s round and mouth-filling, yet fresh thanks to bright acidity, with subtle earthy and tangy undertones lingering into the finish. Elegant, expressive, and well balanced, it’s ideal for sipping now with light fare or on its own.

7. Antxiola Getariako Txakoli

This Basque rosé from Spain , known for its high acidity and coastal energy, is crisp and invigorating. Green apple, lemon, and subtle sea spray define its character, with a zippy effervescence that makes each sip refreshing.

Antxiola Txakoli feels like a gust of ocean air sweeping into fall. It’s vibrant and lively enough for hot afternoons, yet sharp and structured enough for the first chilly evenings. A wine that celebrates movement, change, and the in-between season.

8. Erath Rosé

Oregon’s Erath Rosé strikes a perfect balance between fruit and structure. Bursting with cherry and cranberry, it has a subtle earthy undertone and just enough spice to make it autumn-ready. Each sip feels layered: bright enough for sunny afternoons, yet complex enough for hearty fall dishes. Erath proves rosé isn’t confined to summer—it evolves with the seasons, offering a graceful transition from lighthearted warmth to cozy richness as leaves begin to fall.

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, rosé proves it’s more than just a summer fling. Its balance of bright fruit, lively acidity, and subtle depth makes it the perfect companion for fall’s transition — pairing as easily with late-season barbecues as with cozy, fireside dinners.

Opening a bottle as autumn begins is a reminder: rosé isn’t bound by seasons, it’s a state of mind.

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