2023 Lock & Key Rosé
$30.00
Juicy and very tasty
The Lock & Key Rose is made from Grenache. The Grenache is grown in our high elevation Hilltops vineyard, creating a bright rose that is dry with savoury overtones. The 2023 is stylistically more similar to the Mediterranean style making it a great food wine.
“Fresh and pretty.. a flavoursome palate that is juicy and very tasty…”
- Vintage: 2023
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Alcohol: 12%
- Region: Hilltops
- Case Size: 12
- Country: Australia
- Variety: Grenache
Awards
Vintage 2019
- 93pts – Wine Orbit
- 90pts – Wine Matrix
Vintage 2018
- GOLD – Alternative Varieties Wine Show 2018
- 92pts – Wine Orbit
Vintage 2017
- 92pts – Wine Orbit
- GOLD – NSW Wine Awards 2017
- GOLD – Rutherglen Wine Show 2017
- GOLD – Royal Hobart International Wine Show 2017
Vintage 2015
- 92pts – James Halliday, Wine Companion
- GOLD – Royal Hobart International Wine Show 2015
- Most Successful Exhibitor – Royal Hobart International Wine Show 2015
Technical & Tasting Notes
VITICULTURE
A premium Rose made from low-yielding vines grown on our Hilltops vineyard. Grenache was recently grafted onto 20yr old Riesling rootstocks.
WINE MAKING
100% free run, cold ferment to retain aromatics and bright berry fruit characteristics. Fermented to dry.
TASTING NOTES
Bright and lifted with attractive spicy red berries, cherry and raspberry fruit and undertones of zesty citrus. The stylish palate is deliciously crisp and juicy; layered cherry and raspberry fruits, floral spice and refreshing citrus. The finish is crisp & dry.
Reviews
Vintage 2019
“Fresh and pretty.. a flavoursome palate that is juicy and very tasty. It’s elegant and flavoursome at the same time with a lengthy succulent finish. At its best: now to 2021.” Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
“..complex aromas of red fruits.. savoury notes. There are cherries, raspberries, a hint of spice all in layers in the mouth. Overall this wine is well balanced with both fruit and acid in harmony. Tight and clean leading to a long finish.” Stephen Read, Wine Matrix
Vintage 2018
“Made from free-run juice, this brightly expressed rosé shows raspberry, watermelon, mango and floral characters on the nose, leading to a lively palate that is juicy and refreshing. The wine is light and vibrant, offering excellent drinking.” Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Vintage 2017
“A delightful blend of nebbiolo and sangiovese, this charming rose offers elegant aromas of rockmelon, mandarin, watermelon and citrus on the nose, leading to a vibrant palate that is light and bright. It is juicy and tasty, and delivers succulent fruit flavours backed by refreshing acidity. Very friendly and satisfying.” Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Vintage 2015
“Tempranillo, sangiovese and grenache. Bright, clear crimson, with just a touch of salmon; a distinguished rose, with a complex array of sour cherry, spice and blood plum flavours; a dry finish delivers line, length and balance.” James Halliday, Wine Companion