Fruit for the 2019 Parker Estate Rose was sourced from a small vineyard on the terra rossa strip in the cool climate of Coonawarra. 2019 was an excellent vintage for Coonawarra with good winter rains setting up the season for success. There was no damage due to heat and the cooling influence of the Southern Ocean crated the perfect weather conditions. Vintage commenced in the last week of February in line with the long-term average with whites showing great natural acidity and reds developing full flavors.
A young, fresh wine with fruity aromas reminiscent of fresh strawberries, peaches and floral touches with small scents of vanilla. A refreshing palate, with delicate fruit flavors, a light sweetness and a round finish.
Parcels from the Awatere Valley and Wairau Valley together combine to create a wine brimming with varietal character, balance and elegance. This pretty, light peach coloured rosé has an enticing bouquet of pomegranate, fresh strawberries and honeysuckle. A juicy, rich palate with warming flavours of strawberry shortcake, which is given focus and length by well-balanced acidity. Beautiful with goats cheese, light summer salads or your favourite shellfish.
A pale rose petal pink with lifted and fragrant aroma of fresh strawberries, raspberries and a hint of citrus. A fresh and vibrant palate bursting with zesty acidity. Raspberry notes are prominent alongside hints of pink grapefruit and a lovely fruit sweetness. A dry and moreish finish.
BUY OF THE WEEK - The Real Review, April 2018 - Toni Paterson
An extremely distinctive and intense wine with delicate aromas of cherries and strawberries combined with subtle toasty notes and delicious sweet tannins. An excellent aperitif or accompaniment to salads, shellfish, pink salmon or fruity desserts. Well balanced, round and persistent.
Limpid rose with a raspberry touch and lilac nuances. The subtle floral profile gives frame to the fresh red fruit notes (cherry, strawberry and gooseberry) slightly citric. A richly flavoured palate with an increasing mouthfeel and a kind aftertaste, refined and dry.