Experience the Rose Wine Festival at Prague Castle on May 1st

Feast of Rosé Wines has grown in popularity over the last few years. The beautiful setting of Villa Richter, along with the nearby St. Wenceslas Vineyard at Prague Castle, creates a charming atmosphere that attracts not just local attendees but also international visitors. The tasting event is held outdoors and features more than 100 varieties of rosé wines from over 20 wineries in the Moravian and Czech regions. This tasting event is scheduled for May 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m..

The occasion is designed for not just enthusiasts of Moravian and Czech rosé but for anyone seeking to enjoy a festive day in a delightful manner with refreshing and lively rosé wines sourced from local vineyards. Admission is priced at 350 CZK on the day of the event or 300 CZK if purchased in advance, which includes a tasting glass, the opportunity to taste 4 wine samples, a reloadable chip, and an informational booklet. For each extra sample of 0.5 dl wine, a fee of 25 CZK applies, payable via a rechargeable chip that can be loaded with any amount. Credit cards are also welcomed.

Pink wines are a delightful choice throughout the season, but they truly shine in May and June. With their fruity flavors and aromas, they become especially popular during the spring and summer months. The spectrum of pink shades—from soft pinkish grey to elegant salmon, sweet raspberry hints, and rich copper—is perfect for this time of year. Rosé wine is typically produced from blue grape varieties, using a method of brief pressing of crushed grapes (known as mash). The most common varieties used in the Czech Republic include Frankovka, St. Lawrence, Zweigeltrebe, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

The most popular varieties of Moravian and Czech rosé wines include:

Svatovavrinecké – This wine is characterized by a deep pink hue with a touch of strawberry, featuring delightful fruity aromas and flavors of wild strawberries, raspberries, and black cherries.
Frankincense – The color ranges typically from light pink to apricot, with a fruity aroma that often includes notes of ripe cherries and plums, followed by a subtle cinnamon finish.
Merlot – Usually presenting in a deep pink tone, this wine showcases aromas of red berries, raspberries, and strawberries. Its taste is fruity, reminiscent of raspberry compote, often leaving a lingering aftertaste of raspberry and red grapefruit.
Cabernet Sauvignon – Its orange hue comes with floral and fruity aromas, including elderflower, blackberry, and white currant in its flavor profile.
Zweigeltrebe – Typically appearing in a salmon pink color, it has aromas and tastes reminiscent of forest fruits, such as raspberries and strawberries, wrapped in a creamy texture.