Central Otago Pinot Rosé 2024

100% Pinot Noir from Estate Vineyards in Alexandra, Central Otago.

With a label inspired by the cherry blossoms of Alexandra, this elegant, floral dry-style rosé bursts with flavour and is perfect both warm weather and year-round celebrations.

Tasting Notes:
Pristine and fabulously styled, the wine shows cranberry, watermelon, ripe stone fruit and floral aromas on the nose, followed by a delightfully flavoursome palate that’s succulent and persistent. Elegant and refreshing, making it instantly appealing.

Winemaking Notes:
Gently pressed with lightly crushed Pinot Noir grapes from our low-cropped Muttontown vineyard pressed directly to ensure elegance, finesse and precision. A portion bled – ‘Saignee’ from our top Shaky Bridge single-vineyard for added concentration of flavour and richness on the palate. Fermented cool in stainless steel to preserve the its complex array of delicate red fruits and floral character. Fermented to near dryness and aged on light lees until bottling.

REVIEW – This is immediately appealing on the nose, showing sweet cherry, pomegranate, floral and lemon peel aromas, followed by a lively palate that’s filled with juicy fruit flavours. Charming and elegantly flavoursome, finishing lingering and delicious. At its best: now to 2027. 94pts Wine Orbit – Nov 2024.

Clones:

115, 5, 777

Vineyards:

Shaky Bridge, Muttontown

Wine Analysis
Alcohol 13%, TA 6.8g/l, 4 g/l RS.

Winemakers:

Mike Kush, Dave Grant