Small portions of the red grape varieties Shiraz and Pinot Noir were identified on our Estate vineyard as suiting rose production. These grapes were pressed soon after harvesting to minimise colour and phenolic extraction. The resulting deep pink juice was fermented to dryness in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. The resulting wine was agitated on its yeast lees for 4 months to impart some creamy yeast characters and stabilise the wine. A
small amount of fresh Chardonnay grape juice was then added back to create a demi sec style. These techniques have created an ideal luncheon wine that should be served chilled.
Tasting Notes
| Colour: |
Bright translucent pale pink. |
| Aroma: |
Glazed cherries and cream aroma abound. |
| Flavour: |
The palate follows on from the aroma with fresh strawberry fruit and creamy confection flavours whilst retaining a balanced fresh finish. |
| Technical: |
Alcohol: 11.5% TA: 7.65g/L pH: 3.46 |