Craggy Range Rosé, Hawke's Bay 2023

The wine ranges from pale salmon to a rosy hue. Fragrant orange blossom, wild strawberry and fresh lavender all are prominent on the bouquet. The palate is refreshing and moreish, with the sweet berried fruit sitting harmoniously with textural acidity. The finish is long and dry to ensure you constantly seek a second glass.

The unique combination of gravel, stone and sandy alluvial soils left behind by the many rivers that have changed course over the past two centuries and climatic factors produce optimum growing conditions. Very sunny, with heat summations somewhere between Burgundy and Bordeaux, the maritime influence tempers hot summer days and permits a long growing season. The surrounding high country offers wind protection, and free-draining soils help reduce the impact of rain events.

VINTAGE DETAIL A moderate spring led to an average temperature ripening season defined by several significant rain events. Picking and selection were critical. BRIX - 21 average PRODUCTION LEVEL - 35 hl/ha average HAND HARVESTED - 0%

DESTEMMED - 100% FERMENTATION VESSEL - Closed top stainless steel tanks FERMENTATION - Inoculated MATURATION - 3 months FINING - Yes FILTRATION - Yes BOTTLED - Sep-23