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Juxtaposed Alright Hamilton Sangiovese Rosé 2018
McLaren Vale, South Australia, AustraliaSangiovese gets its flavour early, so it's great for purpose built, earlier-picked rosé. This is from the early ripening Sellicks Hills, close to the water and breezy, keeping disease pressure low. The crumbly Kurrajong soils are prevalent here, crumbled down from the Adelaide Hills. Deeper hued, this glowing bright rose was crushed and destemmed, and basket pressed off. Juicy, ripe cherry, red current, pomegranate, all tinged with sun-sweetness, but with pink grapefruit acidity to carry. The medium-bodied palate finishes with fine spices. Easy to like this friendly pink (actually, a bit too easy). 150 cases.Tasted: 27 August 2018Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:Australia | $26.00 | 750ml | Australia |
Grape: Sangiovese