Review: A Look Inside the Rosé Wine Mansion NYC

One of my summer goals is to enjoy more of New York City. There have been a number of pop-up exhibits throughout the city this summer, and I was excited to visit the Rosé Wine Mansion with my friend Kez B. As wine lovers, we just knew we needed to visit. Read more about our evening at the Rosé Wine Mansion NYC and what to expect if you decide to visit.

History About the Rose Wine Mansion

The Rosé Wine Mansion was co-founded by Tyler Balliet and Morgan First, who are also behind the popular Wine Riot events. The goal was to create an experience combining wine in a playful, educational atmosphere. The mansion features rooms dedicated to a unique aspect of rosé wine, from its history of wine to the science behind its flavor. The concept is somewhat like the Museum of Ice Cream, which focuses on providing an engaging and interactive self-guided tour.

A Look Inside the Rosé Wine Mansion NYC

You can’t miss the Rosé Wine Mansion because the doors are big and pink on the outside. Located in Midtown Manhattan and minutes from Penn Station, the Rose Wine Mansion is a 14-room interactive pop-up exhibit.

Attendees walk through each room drinking rosé from around the world while learning the history, science, economics, and culture associated with rosé wines. Inside the Rosé Wine Mansion, you will find a rosé bar and two former dressing rooms turned photo booths to enjoy at the end of the tour.

Important things to know Before Visiting the Rosé Wine Mansion NYC

The Rosé Wine Mansion is a temporary pop-up in NYC until October 7. Tickets are $45 plus tax, but I recommend saving $10 and getting happy hour tickets which are from 2 PM – 4:30 PM Monday-Friday.

Visiting the Rose Wine Mansion is for men and women 21 and older. A valid government-issued ID is required and checked at the door before entering.

A Look Inside the Rose Wine Mansion NYC

Below are some of the different rooms inside the Rosé Wine Mansion.

A Brooklyn Patio

The tour begins by walking up the stairs to collect your glass, Rosé Wine Mansion collectible pin, and stickers to decorate an all-white room. This white room is supposed to reflect a [gentrified] Brooklyn Patio and is almost like a science project.

Rosé gets its pink color because the juice soaks up the grape skins for a few hours. The white room will eventually turn pink like wine when it soaks up grape skins.

Sipping Rosé Around the World

The second room offers a travel-themed adventure where guests can explore the global reach of rosé wine. Mark your favorite wine destinations on a map while tasting various wine samples from around the world. This room highlights the most extensive rosé collection, with wines from every continent except Antarctica.

In addition to boarding “Rosé Mansion Airlines,” we pinned on a map where we have or would like to drink glasses of wine.

Sweet vs. Bitter: Understanding Your Wine Preferences

The next room was dedicated to the science of enjoying sweet vs. bitter wines. Here, you’ll discover your own biological preferences for sweet vs. bitter flavors. Each person apparently is born with a certain sensitivity to bitter flavors, and women tend to be more sensitive to bitter flavors than men.

We sampled rosé infused gummy bear candy, learned restaurants used to serve full glasses of sweet wine with steak, and had fun smelling different scents from the Aroma Wall.

As you sample different wines, including bitter wines, you’ll gain insight into how your taste buds react to various bitter flavors.

Made in New York

Have you been to the Finger Lakes Wine Country? After a short walk, we sampled wine number three from Dr. Konstantin Frank, a European immigrant who started a wine business in NY that is still in operation today. This section of the Rosé Wine Mansion also features a “living wall” of fresh greenery.

Photo Opportunities Galore

The next few rooms in the Rosé Wine Mansion are for pure entertainment. About 4-6 former dressing rooms are designed mainly for photo opportunities and fun. With disco balls, pink rose petals, and a ball pit, every corner of the mansion offers a chance to capture the perfect shot.

How Rosé is Made + Blend your own wine

After walking through a giant archway of balls, we learned how rosé wine is made in 7 steps: growing, harvesting, crushing, soaking, fermenting, aging/bottling, and enjoying. Our fourth sample was our “perfect blend,” created in the blending lab. Each blend was made by choosing the weight, fruitiness, and acidity.

Sparkling Wine or Champagne?

Did you know that sparkling wine can ONLY be called Champagne if it comes from the Champagne, France region outside of Paris? Many learned that drinking their fifth sample inside the Rosé Wine Mansion.

The next room was learning fun facts about sparkling wines and how they are made in 9 steps. There were other insta-worthy rooms in this area including a ball pit, the infamous sparkling wine tower, and my favorite shot below.

A tub full of Roses and Swinging from the Chandelier

You can’t leave the Rosé Wine Mansion without taking photos in or around the tub full of roses or swinging from the chandelier. Make sure to have your poses planned ahead of time. Due to these being the most popular areas in the Rose Wine Mansion, you have about 30 seconds to take your photo. Don’t forget your wine tastings. 😉

Just a Queen from Queens

Between the chandelier room and the next was the wine wall of fame, which showcases men and women known to impact the wine industry and the history of wine within the United States. The seventh wine sample in the Rosé Wine Mansion was a wine from France, and it was my favorite from the whole tour. We also got a chance to take pictures on a throne.

Travel to Ancient Rome

The last sample of wine in the Rosé Wine Mansion was in an Ancient Rome-themed room. This room was another Instagram moment of grapes, chaise lounges, and your imagination. You can also get a good laugh from Hellenic-like paintings with modern items like Starbucks, selfie sticks, and laptops.

The last room was purely for photo and boomerang purposes, showing sayings like “No standing, only dancing” and “Say yes to new adventures. I had such a fun time at the Rosé Wine Mansion NYC. It was an added bonus that we weren’t rushed through the tour.

The Rosé Wine Mansion in NYC is an immersive experience that combines education, entertainment, and a love for rosé. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or just someone looking for a fun day out, the mansion offers something for everyone. Its unique experience is part playground, part party space, and part science museum, so it’s a must-visit for rosé and wine lovers alike.

So, if you find yourself in Midtown Manhattan, don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience.

Check my full video inside the Rose Wine Mansion below

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