Gladstone Vineyard Rosé 2011

IN THE VINEYARD

The grapes were grown at our Dakins Road block.  Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec were grown and harvested specifically for the production of this wine.

IN THE WINERY

The grapes were chilled and then crushed and the left to soak on the skins for 12 hours before the juice was separated.  The juice was then cold settled for 2 days before being racked and fermented with specially selected Rosé yeast strains.  A cool fermentation was used to keep the freshness and vibrancy of the fruit intact.

 pH 3.38; TA 6.60g/l; RS 2.24g/l Alc 14.51%

 IN THE GLASS

The nose is all summery deserts with rosewater, red currants and panna cotta, while the palate has a mouth filling and rounded entry. There is an austerity and subtle phenolic structure to the centre palate and a red capsicum crunchiness to the clean finish. Drink now, or cellar for 2-3 years.