Rose wine, also known as rosé, is a type of wine that is made from red wine grapes. Unlike red wine, which is made by fermenting the juice of red grapes with the skins, rose wine is made by fermenting the juice of red grapes with the skins for a short period of time, typically just a few hours. This limited exposure to the skins gives the wine its characteristic pink color, as well as a lighter body and flavor profile than red wine. Rose wine can range in color from light pink to a deep, salmon hue and can be dry or sweet, depending on the winemaking style.