HaselGrove Alternative Series Rosé Grenache McLaren Vale 2023

The versatile Grenache fronts up yet again with this pleasing Rosé. Six hours on skins and then three months on yeast lees for texture, the grapes came from a single vineyard near Willunga in the southern part of McLaren Vale. 650 cases. The colour here is that of the last vestiges of a watery sunset. Quite a spicy nose with red fruits, florals and raspberries to the fore, along with touches of dried herbs. There is a hint of bitter almond on the finish, which works well. Juicy acidity and decent length round off this pleasing Rosé, which will provide pleasure over the next couple of years.