Meghan Markle recently launched her own brand of rosé wine from Napa Valley, known as "As Ever". This wine, an elegant blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Grenache, and Syrah, is characterized by its 14.5% alcohol content and is priced at £22 ($30) per bottle.

The wine’s debut coincided with an expansion of Markle’s lifestyle brand, which also includes various food items like fruit "spreads", herbal teas, and shortbread mixes. The branding emphasizes simple elegance, designed for leisurely outdoor gatherings.

To assess the wine’s quality, The Telegraph enlisted Diane Gross, a seasoned sommelier and owner of a popular wine bar in Washington, DC. In a blind taste test alongside two other rosés, Gross described Meghan’s wine as millennial pink with a nose of cooked fruit, cherries, and candy. Although she noted that the wine lacked sweetness and tasted "a little hot" due to the pronounced presence of alcohol, she found it appealing.

Despite being the least favored in the tasting, Gross expressed that the wine’s darker fruit notes create an interesting flavor profile. While she stated that she wouldn’t take it to a dinner party due to her personal standards for wine, she acknowledged that others might find it enjoyable and that it wouldn’t be seen as embarrassing to serve.

Moreover, Gross praised the thoughtful effort behind the wine, suggesting that there was genuine intention and care put into its creation. She highlighted its representation of California’s vibrant terroir.

The article also included feedback from other tasters at Gross’s bar. One enjoyed the full-bodied flavor of the wine while noting its artificial scent. Conversely, another found it too aggressive for their palate.

In conclusion, while Meghan Markle’s rosé has received mixed reviews from critics, it has managed to create a buzz within the celebrity wine industry, with an appreciation for the effort and identity it aims to convey.