2016 Cato Rosé
$30.00
“Hints of spice and floral” – last few cases left!
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Our classic style of Rose, which is a refreshingly dry Mediterranean blend of three red grapes; Nebbiolo (50%), Garnacha (25%) and Primitivo (25%).
- Vintage: 2016
- Variety: Nebbiolo / Garnacha / Primitivo
- Alcohol: 14%
- Region: Hilltops
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Country: Australia
- Case Size: 12
Awards
Vintage 2017 (soon to be released)
- 93pts – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
- GOLD; Wine Showcase Magazine 2018
Vintage 2016
- 91 Points- Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Technical & Tasting Notes
VITICULTURE
In 2016, we had an easy, moderate, dry year with a warm finish. Fruit ripened gently and evenly, achieving excellent flavour development. There was zero disease pressure.
WINE MAKING
The fruit was chilled and pressed to tank with a press cut at 500 litres. This minimised skin contact and ensured only the pristine, free run juice was fermented, resulting in minimal phenolics. The juice was removed from lees and fermented at low temperatures to retain the fruit’s natural vibrancy and delicate aromatics. The nebbiolo and garnacha were co-fermented for 20 days before being blended to the primitivo post ferment.
TASTING NOTES
The nose is laced with raspberry and summer berries with notes of freshly dried provencal flowers and herbs. The palate is dry and unexpectedly textural. Lifted red berries on a creamy, savoury palate with a lovely, tight line of acid that carries the flavours along whilst giving a refreshing finish.
Reviews
Vintage 2017 (soon to be released)
“An Old World inspired rosé made from co-fermented nebbiolo and sangiovese, the complex bouquet shows ripe strawberry, baked apple, lemon peel and subtle spice aromas, leading to a succulent palate that is beautifully rounded and supple. The wine offers delicate fruit power with a persistent dry finish. A gorgeous food wine.” – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Vintage 2016
“A flavoursome rose made from nebbiolo, garnacha and primitivo, the beautifully lifted nose shows stone fruit, citrus and watermelon aromas with hints of spice and floral. The palate is ripe and rounded, and displays lovely mid palate weight and smooth texture. A delectable dry rendition offering plenty of attractive flavours.” – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit