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In our present state
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We present ourselvesThe words we use tumble
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Category Archives: Rosé
2011 Pepperilly Rosé
Not heard of Pepperilly Estate before but this is a pleasant way to make their acquaintance. They’re situated in the Ferguson Valley region of the Geographe GI, just an hour north of the Margaret River. This is a free-run blend of 70% … Continue reading
2012 SC Pannell Arido Rosé
A small confession – I never really enjoyed Steve Pannell’s Rosé all that much when it was made from McLaren Vale Grenache. I like this Adelaide Hills version based on Nebbiolo a lot more. Nebbiolo’s a great grape for Rosé, … Continue reading
2012 Rob Dolan True Colours Rosé
A simple Rosé that won’t offend many. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are used although I don’t think varietal expression is in any way a key to the wine. There’s a boiled lolly edge to the red berries, especially on entry. A little Turkish delight, … Continue reading
2012 Port Phillip Estate Salasso Rosé
Sometimes I yawn at Shiraz based Rosés…which just goes to show I can be a bit of a tosser. This is made saignée style, although I should probably say salasso style because that’s where the name comes from. Italian for “bleeding … Continue reading
2012 Chandon Pinot Noir Rosé
A succesful enough Yarra Valley Rosé made from an appropriate grape, although I’m not convinced the full retail price is warranted. Sour cherries and red berries with light florals and spice. Citrus accented acidity and a nod to texture. Decent length, rolls … Continue reading
2011 Patina Rosé
A blend of Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and a little Cabernet Franc. Picked ripe with the resulting impression of sweetness. It doesn’t look tired at two years of age but it lacks a sense of flow, feeling somewhat sticky on … Continue reading
2012 Ar Fion Pinot Noir Rosé
The first thing that strikes me about this Rosé from ex-Giant Steps winemaker Dave Mackintosh is that it doesn’t seem to be copying any style I’ve ever tasted. It’s no pale imitation of Provence and it’s got a bit more … Continue reading
2008 Jansz Premium Vintage Rosé
One block of Piper’s River Pinot Noir provides the fruit for this Sparkling Rosé from Jansz. It’s not a wine you see a lot of on retail shelves and that’s a real shame as far as I’m concerned. It possesses … Continue reading
2012 Chapel Hill il Vescovo Rosé
Sangiovese is so well suited to Rosé. A portion of this saw time in French hogsheads and that’s helped create a malleable mouthfeel which sheathes structured, nimble acidity. Fresh red cherry and raspberry, a pinch of dried oregano and some ruby grapefruit. … Continue reading
2012 Medhurst Rosé
Top of its class at the 2012 Royal Melbourne Wine Show. It’s a slightly weightier expression than most Yarra Valley Rosé; presumably that’s related to the unusual choice of Cabernet Sauvignon as the dominant grape with 43% Shiraz filling out the … Continue reading