JULES TAYLOR THE JULES ROSÉ 2023

Jules has been awarded 2021 NZ Winemaker of the Year by Gourmet Traveller Wine Magazine

Winery notes (2023 Vintage)
"“The Jules Rosé” is handcrafted for anyone who dares to be different and is all about celebrating your own individual sense of style – But without taking yourself too seriously of course.

The smell of summer in a glass: loads of ripe raspberries, strawberries, watermelon and nectarines sit alongside yummy hints of vanilla and peach melba yoghurt. This dry Rosé is packed flavour and the delicious juicy acidity and lingering finish make this an ideal summer’s day sipper and will leave you reaching for another glass."

Rated Excellent & 94/100 Cameron Douglas MS, November 2023 (2023 Vintage)
"A delightful fragrant and floral bouquet with scents of bing-cherry and roses, red apple and peach, bright, youthful and enticing. Delicious on the palate with a satin texture, contrasting acid line and flavours that mirror the bouquet. Some fine tannins and acidity combine to offer a chalk-like mouthfeel and with the core fruit delivering persistency this wine is excellent for summer and aperitif drinking from day of purchase through 2026."

5 Stars & 94/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, November 2023 (2023 Vintage)
"Charming and inviting, the bouquet shows apricot, watermelon, lemon zest and white floral nuances, followed by a delightfully refreshing palate that's juicy and lingering. Focused and linear with a persistent vibrant finish. At its best: now to 2026."

4 Stars Michael Cooper, November 2023 (2023 Vintage)
"The 2023 vintage is a 2:1 blend of Gisborne Merlot and Marlborough Pinot Noir. Bright, light pink, it is fresh and full-bodied, with generous, lively, peachy flavours, hints of apricot, watermelon and strawberry, gentle acidity and a dry (1.1 grams/litre of residual sugar) finish. Finely balanced for the summer of 2023-24."

4 Stars Cuisine Rosé Tasting, December 2023 (2023 Vintage)
"A pale copper pink in the glass with lovely aromas of strawberries and raspberries on the nose which also come through on the clean and subtle, but nicely weighted palate. Finely textured and juicy with good drinkability."

92/100 Emma Jenkins MW, Decanter, May 2024 (2023 Vintage)
"‘The Jules’ is made from Gisborne Merlot grapes, which in 2023 were supplemented by a dash of Marlborough Pinot Noir. Lots of juicy ripe strawberries, raspberry jam and rose petals. Dry with good fruit concentration and an attractive creaminess on the palate, it has good texture and structure. Clean crisp finish, nicely long, this is a satisfyingly harmonious wine."