Rove Winery Blog

Pinot Noir wine is the world’s most popular light-bodied red wine – and for good reason. Between its versatility as a grape and its ability to pair with a wide range of foods, Pinot Noir is the perfect complement to a casual dinner evening, a moment of celebration, or sipping on your deck as you commemorate National Pinot Noir Day on August 18th. So let’s decant a bottle and learn all about Pinot Noir. Pinot Noir Wine’s Origin & History Pinot Noir comes from one of the oldest wine grapes in the world, dating even further back than Cabernet Sauvignon....

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, 2022, we wanted to dedicate our April blog to sustainability on the vineyard and farm.  Sustainability is a term people are hearing and embracing in their wineries, farms, ranches, and at home. Although the term may feel new and progressive, sustainable farming practices are as old as time.  Mother Nature is an incredible powerhouse. She has mastered the art of intuition, wound care, regeneration, and how to make all these seemingly random variables harmonize together. It is a living miracle to be celebrated each year, each harvest, by working in cooperation with...

We talk a lot about farming through our social media and website since it’s such a big part of the way we live. We feel grateful and privileged to be a part of the farming community and especially a part of the greater Gallagher family farm.   The Gallagher family has been farming the Traverse City region for over five generations. For over 140 years, they’ve been cultivating the land, growing crops, and raising livestock. It’s a beautiful way of life - full of hard work and commitment.  Farm life is also simple. And we do our best to practice simplicity...

If you closed your eyes and imagined the best summer wine, we bet Rosé is what comes to mind. Rosé wine has become the quintessential summer wine to sip with its delicate, refreshing flavors. It’s perfect for a summer party, sipping at the poolside, or eating alfresco.  So let’s dive into all things Rosé wine! Rosé Wine’s Origin & History Produced for centuries, Rosé wine draws on connections back to the ancient Greeks. And thanks to the Phoenicians and Romans, Southern France became the epicenter of Rosé wine. The Phoenicians brought the Greek grapes to Southern France where the popularity...