Wine of the Week: 2013 Bridge Lane Rosé

This Wine Wednesday I bring you a favorite Wine of the Week in addition to a new favorite Boston restaurant, one that I can’t stop talking about and thinking about and planning year-round visits to.

On Friday night after a cocktail and an appetizer at Legal Oysteria, we decided to take advantage of the warm summer night and our free parking with a wander around Charlestown. We love anything near the water, so the Navy Yard was an obvious choice for strolling and taking in the sea air. After a little walking, I found myself hungry again and remembered that the Navy Yard Bistro and Wine Bar, a place I had wanted to try forever, was nearby.

We bypassed outside lines and grabbed a seat at the dark and cozy bar, instantly loving the friendly vibe and maritime feel of the place. It reminded me of bars we visit in Ireland, and it felt so comfortable.

I also really loved their wine specials and by-the-glass wine list, especially when I discovered a North Fork wine as one of the specials! I grabbed a glass of 2013 Bridge Lane Rosé and paired it with a big, steaming bowl of Steamed Mussels with Leeks, Garlic, White Wine, Lemon, and Shaved Almonds.

Mmmmmm. We had the very end of the dark bar, it was Friday night, and the wine and mussels were the perfect treat. The wine, made from my beloved North Fork Cab Franc, was perfectly dry with strawberry and herbal notes, and of course, it went great with seafood. The food was absolutely amazing. My husband had a pork special which was completely decadent and delicious. Friendly, knowledgeable service paired perfectly with both!

As you know, I love my North Fork wines, and I love that the Navy Yard Bistro and Wine Bar actually offered one by the glass, a rare occasion when we are out. I can’t wait to add more of this wine as well as the bistro into my life.