Shiraz Rosé

Experience the Stanford Hills Rosé, a wine that epitomizes freshness and delectable pink hues. Best enjoyed chilled, this pale and fresh Rosé boasts deep red fruit flavors of dark red cherries and currants, complemented by a refreshing acidity that brings balance to each sip.

Vineyard Information:

• Cultivar: 63% Chardonnay, 37% Pinotage
• Region: Walker Bay
• Appellation: Stanford Foothills
• Irrigation: Complimentary Drip
• Trellis System: Vertical Shoot Positioning, Double Perold
• Soil: Mixed Duplex Clay soils
• Climate: Cool with winter rainfall

Harvest Information:

• Type: Hand-picked
• Date: 18th February 2016
• Yield: 9 tons/ha

Product Information:

• Full Name: Stanford Hills Rosé
• Current Vintage: 2024

Wine Making:

• Wine Maker: Peter Kastner
• Grapes were hand-picked, whole bunch pressed, with no skin contact, and allowed to settle for 24 hours. Co-fermentation occurred with selected yeast strains at 12-18°C in an egg fermenter. The wine was aged on the lees for 1 month, then racked off the gross lees, sulphured, and left on fine lees until bottling. Before bottling, the wine was stored in stainless steel tanks at below 12°C, cold stabilized, and filtered. No additional acid, sugar, etc., were added.

Wine Maker’s Remarks:

• Colour: Salmon Pink
• Nose: Aromas of ripe strawberries, candy floss, with a hint of caramel
• Palate: Fresh entry with notes of red apples and a touch of spice (cloves). The wine offers a long, balanced finish

Analysis:

• Alcohol: 11.48%
• Residual Sugar: 1g/L
• Total Acid: 5.5g/l
• Free SO2: 3mg/l
• pH: 3.48
• Total SO2: 43mg/l

Wine/Food Pairing Recommendation:

Pair this Stanford Hills Rosé with light salads, seafood dishes, grilled chicken, or soft cheeses to complement its fresh and fruity profile, making it a perfect choice for warm weather and outdoor gatherings.