2015 Amato Vino Rosado (500ml)

Graciano from Karridale in southern Margaret River was pressed off skins after 24 hours and fermented dry in a single amphora, then transferred to an aged oak hogshead on lees for five months.

The colour is bright rose red and the wine is slightly cloudy. Savoury elements of leather & smoke, meat & game meets a potpourri of rose petals, violets, jasmine and redfruits of strawberry/raspberry. The palate shows savoury plum and sour cherry and watermelon! Slight tastiness from time in old oak add to the balance.

Slightly cloudy from zero fining/filtration and harmless tartrates may form over time. Amaro-like in character, this is a very dry and savoury style of wine that should be accompanied by food. Not your average Rose.