Gold Medal – New Zealand International Wine Show 2023
Winery notes (2022 Vintage)
"From the Lilico Spur in the Waikerikeri Conservation Area, climb the barren summit of Leaning Rock (1,647m) to view many large tors and the expansive vineyard terraces of McArthur Ridge.
The colour is perfect, the fruit is perfect, the finish is perfection. Everything is in place for one of the outstanding Rosé wines of the year. Medium dry with touches of strawberry, apricot & watermelon. Delicious!"
Reviews for the 2021 vintage below…
5 Stars Michael Cooper (2021 Vintage)
"The attractively scented, distinctive 2021 vintage was hand-picked at Alexandra. Bright pink, it is mouthfilling, with strong, fresh, strawberry and spice flavours, peachy notes, a distinct touch of complexity, lively acidity and an off-dry (6 grams/litre of residual sugar), finely balanced finish."
5 Stars Yvonne Lorkin, August 2022 (2021 Vintage)
"Crafted from fruit grown in soils known as the Brassknocker Alluvial Gravels, this rich, peachy, creaming soda and cherry-stacked rosé is an absolute Alexandra star. Morganite-hued, beautifully balanced, and substantial in its concentrated fruit spine and ribs of spiced citrus, this is a take-no-prisoners style that will make it hard to put down your glass. Delicious!"
NZIWS Judges Comments (2021 Vintage)
"The colour is perfect, the fruit is perfect, the finish is perfection. Everything is in place for one of the outstanding Rosé wines of the year. Medium dry with touches of strawberry, apricot & watermelon. Delicious."