Rosé all Day

Kick off Waitangi weekend with a salute to Rosé Day and some of New Zealand’s premium pink wines. 

Established seven years ago by Sip NZ, Rosé Day is a celebration of our local producers and their premium Rosé, which is now our fastest growing wine variety. In 2010, our exports of Rosé wouldn’t have even been enough to fill an Olympic size swimming pool, but according to last year’s figures, we now export 10 times that amount!  

Locally, Kiwis are just as keen to pick up a bottle of the pink stuff and enjoy a sip year-round. But no season is more suited to this classy little varietal than summer. Charmingly delicate from blush to vibrant, from floral aromas and herb notes to strawberry, red fruits and spices – there's a reason so many people refer to it as 'summer in a bottle.' And none are better than these beauties right here.  

2020 Mission Estate Rosé 

The delicious Mission Estate Rosé is expressive and vibrant. Aromas of summer berries with watermelon and apple are enticing on the nose.  Bursting with juicy strawberry, fresh raspberry, red currants and soft floral notes, this wine is crisp and refreshing.  With such depth of flavour, Mission Estate Rosé pairs well with classic summer dishes making it simply perfect for those lighter evenings around the BBQ. 

Buy now at missionestate.co.nz

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Villa Maria EarthGarden Organic Hawke's Bay Rosé 

Villa Maria EarthGarden Rosé is bursting with flavour as nature intended. Delicate and deliciously dry with flavours of blood-orange, rosehip and watermelon, Villa Maria's organically grown Rosé manages to capture the dreamy, sun-soaked Hawke's Bay summer in a bottle. This Rosé is best served chilled and enjoyed on warm summer days with fresh alfresco fare such as smoked salmon and seafood, but is just as vibrant with these perfectly pink recipes. 

Buy now at villamariawines.com

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Esk Valley Hawke's Bay Rosé 

Widely regarded as New Zealand's premium Rosé, this signature Esk Valley dry style wine has picked up multiple awards since its first vintage in 1991. The fruit for this wine was grown in gravel based soils in cooler inland vineyard sites, warm enough to fully ripen the grapes while also retaining good acidity at harvest. It is an excellent choice with many foods like smoked fish, cured meats, white meats and summer salads or as an aperitif. You can enjoy Esk Valley Hawke's Bay Rosé all summer long with one of these perfectly pink recipes.

Buy now at eskvalleywines.com

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The Hunting Lodge Seasonal Pinot Noir Rosé 2021 Hawke's Bay 

New world freshness inspired by old world charm and subtlety. Pale in colour, this is an alluring, crisp Rosé showcasing the fragrance of cool climate Pinot Noir. Delicate aromas of strawberries and cream, red cherry and a hint of gunflint tease the nose. The mouth-filling palate delivers ripe citrus fruits, red berries with hints of dried herb and vanilla bean, bound by taught but seamless structure. A touch of residual sweetness is balanced by zesty acidity delivering the perfect balance for an aperitif or summer meal accompaniment. Subtlety, elegance and purity. Perfect for those occasions where summer lunches extend into the long summer evenings.

Buy now at thehuntinglodge.com

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Wairau River Estate Rosé 2021

This wine truly is summer in a bottle - whether you’re out and about celebrating, enjoying time with friends, eating good food, or relaxing at the beach. This Rosé has you covered for all occasions. Made with 100% Pinot Noir, this wine presents itself with subtle floral notes combined with lifted aromas of strawberry and raspberry. These characters translate generously to the palate, which is finely balanced by delicate acidity and an off dry finish. The 2021 vintage has wonderful fruit concentration aromatic power and defining elegance. All of which will make this one of the most celebrated years for some time!

Buy now at wairauriverwines.com

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Amisfield Pinot Noir Rosé 2021

This Central Otago Pinot Noir Rosé appears as a pale salmon pink with that classic Pinot Noir Rose colour and mixes ripe summer berries, watermelon and pomegranate before hitting your palate with its dry finish. Owing to the high quality fruit that was harvested at the end of the growing season, this wine has all the hallmarks of a great Rosé but adds subtle hints of flavour like caramel that poke around your palate, offering it something a little more unique.

Buy now at amisfield.co.nz

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Nautilus Vintage Rosé 2018

This classy little number is pale salmon in colour with a fine creamy mousse. The nose shows red berry fruit notes, rose petal aromas and a hint of spice to tickle the tastebuds. 100% Pinot Noir gives it depth and weight balanced by a touch of brioche and a creamy texture. This sparkling wine is the height of elegance this summer, offering a fine balance on the palate with a harmonious finish. Try with Tuna nigiri or lightly poached salmon and feel your palate come alive!

Buy now at nautilusestate.com

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Opawa Pinot Noir Rosé 2021

This wine is a bright, light salmon colour with a charming and vivacious nose of red apples, berry fruits, watermelon and spices, leading into a mouth filling, smooth palate. The finish is fresh, clean and dry. Opawa Rosé is a dry wine that is a perfect aperitif or accompaniment to fresh summer cuisine. Have a bottle ready at the dinner table or your next summer outing.

Buy now at opawawine.com

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JOIY Sparkling Rosé

Crisp, dry and sparkling, this wine is the epitome of an all-day Rosé! Salmon pink in colour with a fine bead, notes of strawberries, rhubarb and cream, JOIY Sparkling Rosé is full-bodied with a powerful refreshing sherbet. This chic and sophisticated little pocket rocket really does capture summer in a can. And everyone's attention. The 250ml slimline can offers convenience without compromise, so you can drink the way you want with a convenient, on the go vessel that also provides healthy portion control.

Buy now at joiy.co.nz

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2021 Gibbston Valley Collection Rosé

As pioneers of the Central Otago wine region, Gibbston Valley has been handcrafting premium wine for more than three decades. Our 2021 Rose is a beautiful example of Gibbston Valley Wines made from our handpicked, field selection of beautiful fruit with a skin contact ranging from hours to 4 days.  It is quenching, delicious, fruit-driven with a dry finish.  It is currently rated a 1/5 on our Wine Aging Chart. “Fresh, young, lovely drinking for early consumption.”

Buy now: Rosé category - 3pk special - 6pk special

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The Landing Rosé 2021

At The Landing they take the growing, hand picking and winemaking of their Rosé seriously, so much so that they make two separate styles. The Landing Rosé is their premier expression of their site, a fine wine made for serious enjoyment. Complex and structured, this vibrant Rosé bears aromatics of ripe stone fruit and red berries with floral notes. The palate is dry and crisp, with a mineral edge and a spicy, mouth-watering finish. The grapes for this Rosé are grown across selected blocks of The Landing’s Bay of Islands vineyard. After being hand-picked and meticulously sorted, they are gently pressed and fermented at cool temperatures to retain freshness.

Buy now at thelandingwine.co.nz

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Seresin Estate Zosia Pinot Noir Rosé 2021

Certified organic and suitable for vegans, this is a truly charming, graceful yet powerful rosé that has been crafted to wholly represent a small, special plot of Pinot Noir within Seresin Estate's Raupo Creek vineyard. Highly aromatic, brimming with classic Pinot Noir rosé notes of wild berry fruits, vanilla and florals. This rosé exudes elegance and purity on the palate, yet with many dimensions, textures and a tension that gives great length; aided by a dry finish and refreshing acidity that completes the wine.

Buy now at seresin.co.nz

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The Ned Rosé 2021

This 2021 rosé had the winemakers very excited and you'll understand why once you've had a sip of this incredible wine. Your senses will be uplifted by the vivid aroma of strawberry and red apple with rosy floral hints, which precede a creamy palate framed by fine skin tannin. The palate carries summer fruits and underlying citrus flavours to a bright and persistent finish. Just what you need on a gorgeous summer's day. A tasty pairing with summer cuisine, try barbecued halloumi and vegetable kebabs.

Buy now at marisco.co.nz

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The Doctors' Rosé 2020

At just 9.5% alcohol, The Doctors' Rosé is a light and lively summer drink that hits you with an exciting explosion of flavour. Fresh strawberries and ripe red cherry, with just a hint of aromatic herbs like sage and thyme dance across your palate to a crisp and dry finish. And there are no chemistry tricks or genetic engineering wizardry, just sustainably grown, naturally produced lower alcohol wine. It's the perfect modern drink for staying sharp while socialising with friends.

Buy now at forrest.co.nz/thedoctors

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Mount Riley 'The Bonnie' Rosé 2021

Made from a blend of Pinot Noir, Merlot and Pinot Gris grapes, the Mount Riley Bonnie Rosé incorporates some of the colour from the grape skins but not as much as red wine, so it is very delicate and refined. The bright and fresh bouquet is an intoxicating aroma of strawberry, redcurrant and candied cherry with hints of floral and vanilla while the palate is dry in style with delicate red fruit and refreshing acidity. This wine is fantastic as an aperitif, but pairs beautifully with mains like chicken, salmon, duck, veggie skewers from the BBQ and dreamy soft cheeses.

Buy now at mountrileyshop.co.nz

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Leefield Station Pinot Noir Rosé 2021

The Leefield Station Pinot Noir Rosé 2021 will make you do a double take with its intense aromas of fresh strawberries lined with rose petals and a hint of cream, before hitting your palate with its refreshing red fruit purity and lightly spiced crisp dry finish. This is the wine that you bring to a friend's backyard to enjoy on a sunny afternoon with some charcuterie and soft cheeses. Or a salad if you're staying for dinner. It's a wine for those who enjoy the simple pleasures in life.

Buy now at marisco.co.nz

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