Region: McLaren Vale 

Variety: Grenache || Syrah 

What's in the glass: Part of the Botanic Series. Made from Grenache and Syrah from the Rende vineyard in Blewitt Springs. Concrete and stainless. Full malo. Three months on fine lees.

It’s a more serious style, though not at the expense of charm and drinking appeal. Blood orange, pink grapefruit, redcurrant with some rosehip and fennel perfume. It’s light and frisky, but has good depth, fine dusty tannin grip, a juicy citrus tang, something a little earthy and concrete-like too, subtle strawberry and raspberry flavour, something saline too, with a good crunch and grip on a finish of excellent length. Beautifully made. It takes rosé seriously, which is always a big plus in my books. Twist my arm, but only very gently, for 95 points. Resistance is futile. Oh, and I reckon it will age well too. Bonus.95 POINTS, GARY WALSH, THE WINE FRONT

Farming: Organic (non-certified) 

Vegan Friendly: Yes