Wandin Valley produced its first Rosé in 2000. Since then, under three different winemakers, the style of our Rosé has understandably varied and evolved. We have however been able to develop a loyal following for the wine and often sell out well before the next vintage is available.

Our latest vintage is blend of estate grown Shiraz (45%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (55%). Juice from the Shiraz was drawn through Saignée after one or two days cold soak. All of the Cabernet, and some of the Shiraz was picked exclusively for the Rosé; it was crushed and destemmed, left to soak for three days with an enzyme addition, and then drained off the skins. Two thirds of the juice was then fermented cold, in tank, whilst the remainder underwent a full barrel ferment in new oak. The tank fermented component was racked from its lees promptly after ferment; the barrels after two weeks.

“The colour is hot pink; the aromas fragrant and estery, with heaps of fruit and a juicy texture without being obviously sweet. Good drinking in a full-flavoured but not exactly delicate style.”

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Huon Hooke, Gourmet Traveller Wine’s Top 100 New Releases, August / September 2007

“An early cab of the rank from the Hunter Valley, this rosé has a deepish colour and a rich, full flavoured but not-too-sweet taste. It is a bit unsubtle but chill well and drink it young.”

88 POINTS

Huon Hooke, Sydney Morning Herald Good Living, June 5, 2007