2021 Dominique Portet Fontaine Rosé

2021 was a mild growing season with just enough sunshine - you could be excused for calling it classic which is ideal, as that’s also the genre of Rosé we make and best suited to Australian summers. The fruit comes from various cool sites, which allows the fruit to ripen gradually while retaining vital natural acidity and the refreshing crunch that makes a good Rosé so special.Comprised of 50% Merlot, 35% Cabernet and 15% Shiraz, and all picked by hand before gently crushing and pressing. We fermented it in stainless steel tanks for pure, unadulterated red fruit expression and freshness. Regular lees stirring built an important (and food accompanying) savoury edge, as well as building texture while rounding out the palate and adding a silky, bright creamy mouthfeel.We fermented it in stainless steel tanks for essential freshness and to accentuate its attractive aromas. We stirred the lees regularly to give the wine a soft texture and to add creamy complexity.