Rose
Strawberry, watermelon, citrus.
Dry, pale and versatile. From the Adelaide Hills, Abruzzo and Provence.
What Rose tastes like
Strawberry, watermelon, citrus. Body: light. Acidity: high.
Where Rose comes from
Rosé is made from red grapes, with only a short time on the skins so it picks up a little colour. Provence in southern France is the best known region for pale, dry rosé, and it is made all over Australia and Italy.
Styles to look for
Provence style is pale, dry and delicate. Deeper coloured rosé is fruitier and fuller.
Food it suits
Salads, prawns, grilled fish, Mediterranean dishes and charcuterie.
How to serve it
Serve well chilled, around 6 to 8°C for sparkling and 8 to 10°C for rosé.
Worth knowing
The colour of a rosé depends on how long the juice stays in contact with the red grape skins, sometimes only a few hours.
Check the menu at your venue
Wine lists change with the season and the supplier, and each venue pours its own. Check the menu before you go, or ask your waiter what is open by the glass.
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Frequently asked
What does Rose taste like?
Strawberry, watermelon, citrus. Body: light. Acidity: high.
Where does Rose come from?
Rosé is made from red grapes, with only a short time on the skins so it picks up a little colour. Provence in southern France is the best known region for pale, dry rosé, and it is made all over Australia and Italy.
What food goes with
Salads, prawns, grilled fish, Mediterranean dishes and charcuterie.
How should Rose be served?
Serve well chilled, around 6 to 8°C for sparkling and 8 to 10°C for rosé.
