Category Archives: Rosé

2013 Pizzini Rosetta Rosé

Posted on October 6, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

A bit of a ‘go to’ Rosé for me and this year’s model is way down in the groove. It’s briney and spicy and oh so refreshing. Sangiovese based. Strawberry creams, cherry blossoms, cranberry acidity and dried herbs. A nod … Continue reading →

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2013 SC Pannell Árido Rosé Nebbiolo

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

Stephen Pannell’s move to Nebbiolo as the variety employed for his Rosé continues to pay dividends in its second year. Summer pudding, pippy cherries, blood orange, roses and whispers of watermelon. Love the texture and spice, love that it has … Continue reading →

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2013 Chapel Hill il Vescovo Sangiovese Rosé

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

Sangiovese is a very sensible grape to use for a Rosé and Chapel Hill’s il Vescovo version has always been a more than solid wine. This isn’t my favourite release. The fruit sweetness swells on entry and then there’s some … Continue reading →

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2013 Torzi Matthews Vigna Cantina Rosato di Sangiovese

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

I’m all for Australian producers exploring styles of Rosé that diverge from the pale Provence model that is the poster boy for the movement. And I’m a usually a fan of the work of Domenic Torzi and Tracy Matthews. But I … Continue reading →

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2013 Willow Bridge Drangonfly Rosé

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

This is a nifty little Rosé for $17. Has a bit of interest going for it. It’s a blend of 55% Sangiovese, 25% Tempranillo and 20% Merlot. An odd mix on paper but it comes together nicely in the glass. … Continue reading →

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2012 Jamsheed Harem Series José the Rosé

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

A similar assemblage of grapes to past releases of José the Rosé. Syrah and Pinot with a dash of Chardonnay and maybe something else as well. Don’t think Frankenstein, think playfulness and pleasure. Eight months on lees and some barrel … Continue reading →

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2013 Head Wines Grenache Rosé

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

This puts me in mind of Marco Cirillo’s 1850 Old Vine Grenache Rosé. Those looking for pale imitations of Provence are advised to move on. There’s weight here and texture but it flows really well. Primarily red fruited – berries … Continue reading →

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2012 Schwarz The Dust Kicker Rosé

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

Apparently this Rosé receives battonage weekly post fermentation. There’s still very little in the way of texture on display. It’s crisp, clean and fresh. 60% Grenache, 40% Mataro Smells of cherries, strawberry creams and raspberry with a suggestion of spice. … Continue reading →

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2012 Woods Crampton Barossa Valley Mataro Rosé

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

What a fascinating take on Rosé we have here. 91% Mataro, 6% Grenache, 3% Shiraz. “The fruit was purchased with the thought of making a traditional full bodied (and full coloured) Barossa Valley Mataro before a lack of fermenter space resulted … Continue reading →

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2012 Le Chat Noir Aude Valley Rosé

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

A smart Rosé made entirely from Syrah grapes. Has texture care of lees and malolactic fermentation. Not shy on flavour either. Pale in the glass. Strawberries dusted lightly with icing sugar, a little earth and some spice. Soft in the … Continue reading →

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