This is the Sonoma-Curtrer Rose. It is of the varietal Pinot Noir, from the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County, California, USA. It has a vintage year of 2021 and cost $39. 
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According to Christopher Null, the founder and editor in chief of Drinkhacker, this rose "offers a classic Provence-style construction... driven by white flowers, ripe strawberry, and lingering vanilla notes as the wine develops in glass. Lemon notes emerge late in the game, the lightest layer of florals lifting the otherwise vanilla-laden, nougat-like sweetness, just a touch" [1].
Wine Folly describes a pinot noir as a "light-bodied red [that] is loved for its red fruit and spice flavors that are accentuated by a long, smooth, soft-tannin finish" [pg 150] with notes of cherry, raspberry, clove, mushroom, and vanilla.
From my tasting, I noticed some floral elements as well as some notes of red fruit. It was crisp and off-dry with noticeable acidity. The sweetness seemed to develop as well, with a nice sweet initial taste that had a drier aftertaste. I tasted this wine with some brie cheese as well, which happens to be one of my favorite cheeses so I was excited to try this pairing. The brie definitely brought out a sweeter tone from the wine, and highlighted some earthy tones that I did not detect before. Overall, I enjoyed this wine and appreciated the brie pairing. 
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[1] https://www.drinkhacker.com/2022/04/26/review-2021-sonoma-cutrer-rose-of-pinot-noir-russian-river-valley/
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