Pinot Noir Rosé 2025

BACKGROUND
At Simon Tolley Wines we are firm believers that great wine is made in the vineyard. To this end no stone is unturned to grow the best quality fruit we can on our family vineyard at Woodside in the Adelaide Hills. To grow the best fruit, you need to select not only the right site but also the right clone to deliver the results that  you  want  to achieve  in  the  finished  wine. For our rosé, we have  chosen the  MV6 clone. This is one of the most highly rated Pinot Noir clones and was first registered in Australia in 1974. Small berries and bunches, rarely over-crops and later ripening: this clone is noted for excellent colour, dense, full-bodied wines. A versatile clone particularly for rosé but also for sparkling and table wines.

HARVEST
A small parcel of carefully selected pinot noir fruit was harvested from our Woodside Vineyard in the Adelaide Hills on the 17^th February, 2025.

WINEMAKING
Grapes were de-stemmed in the vineyard in the cool of the morning. Within 1 hour of harvest, whole berries were transferred to the press and lightly compressed. Using free run fraction only, the juice was transferred to stainless steel for cold settling for 48 hrs. After settling, the juice was racked, taking clear juice, then fermented slow & cool in stainless steel over 14 days. After fermentation the wine was fined, filtered and bottled fresh.

CHARACTER
A lovely light pink colour with notes of strawberries, rose pedal and a hint of cream.

100% Pinot Noir, Estate Grown

RELEASE DATE: May 2025

ALCOHOL 11.5% alc/vol

SCREW CAP Ensures freshness and longevity.