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Thistledown Gorgeous Grenache Rosé is a beautifully fragrant, dry Australian rosé, offering delicate wild strawberry, violet and citrus aromas with a lively, refreshing palate. Made entirely from Grenache grown on old bush vines, it combines bright fruit and crisp acidity with an appealingly rounded texture.
Brief skin contact creates its delicate colour, while six months of lees ageing adds subtle richness and depth without sacrificing freshness.
An excellent choice for customers who enjoy elegant, dry rosé but want something with a little more character and substance. Equally enjoyable as a refreshing aperitif or alongside seafood, salads and lighter Mediterranean dishes.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Delicate wild strawberry, fresh raspberry and violet aromas, complemented by hints of citrus zest and subtle floral notes.
Palate: Fresh, dry and beautifully balanced, with lively red berry and citrus flavours. Crisp acidity provides definition, while a gently rounded, textured mouthfeel adds substance without heaviness. Delicate herbal notes bring further complexity.
Finish: Clean, tangy and refreshing, with lingering strawberry, citrus and a subtle savoury character.
About
Thistledown Gorgeous Grenache Rosé is an elegant, dry Australian rosé produced from old-vine Grenache in South Australia.
Thistledown was founded by Master of Wine Giles Cooke, whose approach to Australian winemaking emphasises freshness, purity of fruit and the distinctive character of carefully selected vineyards. The winery has become particularly recognised for its work with Grenache, exploring the grape's ability to produce wines with fragrance, texture and finesse.
Gorgeous Grenache Rosé reflects that philosophy in a lighter, refreshing style. Its delicate colour and lifted floral aromas are complemented by bright red berry fruit, lively acidity and an appealingly textured palate.
Rather than offering either a very light, sharply acidic rosé or a richer, fruit-sweet style, it strikes an attractive balance between freshness and substance. This makes it particularly appealing to customers who enjoy dry rosé but appreciate a little more texture and complexity.
Winemaking: Made entirely from Grenache grapes, harvested by hand and gently destemmed before crushing. The juice remains in contact with the grape skins for approximately three and a half hours, extracting delicate colour and subtle flavour compounds. Cool fermentation preserves the wine's fresh fruit and floral aromas, while six months of maturation on its lees develops additional texture and complexity. No oak ageing is used, allowing the fruit's natural character to remain prominent.
Vineyards: The grapes are sourced from old, bush-trained Grenache vines in South Australia's Riverland region. These established vines produce fruit with the concentration and aromatic character needed to create a rosé that combines delicate fragrance with an expressive, textured palate. Careful harvesting and gentle handling help preserve freshness and balance.
Food Pairing
Excellent as an aperitif or alongside grilled prawns, white fish, seafood salads and Mediterranean vegetable dishes. Its combination of refreshing acidity and gentle texture also makes it a versatile partner for roast chicken, summer salads, charcuterie and lightly spiced dishes. Particularly enjoyable with simple, fresh ingredients that allow its delicate fruit and floral character to shine.
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