Cape Barren McLaren Vale Native Goose Rosé 2024

Product Description

Cape Barren Wines has been producing wines from McLaren Vale since 1999, capturing the distinctive character of one of South Australia's most celebrated wine regions. Named after the iconic Cape Barren Goose, the Native Goose range reflects the winery's connection to the landscape and the rich winemaking heritage of McLaren Vale. The region's Mediterranean climate and diverse soils provide ideal conditions for producing vibrant, expressive wines.

Vintage Conditions

The 2024 vintage benefited from McLaren Vale's warm growing conditions, allowing the fruit to develop vibrant flavour intensity while retaining freshness and natural acidity. The result is a modern Rosé style that is bright, lively and highly approachable.

Winemaking Techniques

Crafted in a contemporary Rosé style, this wine was made to preserve delicate aromatics, vibrant fruit expression and crisp acidity. Careful handling of the fruit has resulted in a fresh, elegant Rosé with purity of flavour and excellent balance.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Pale salmon pink

Aroma: Fresh strawberries, raspberries and subtle rose petal notes

Palate: Bright and refreshing with flavours of crunchy red berries, summer fruits and hints of citrus

Finish: Clean, vibrant and lingering with a touch of minerality and crisp acidity

Key Characteristics

• McLaren Vale Rosé
• Fresh red berry and floral characters
• Crisp acidity and vibrant fruit flavours
• Clean, refreshing finish

Food Pairing Recommendations

Pairs well with fresh seafood, grilled prawns, summer salads, antipasto platters and soft cheeses. Its bright fruit profile and refreshing acidity also make it an excellent aperitif.

Vintage Note

*Vintage may vary. Every effort is made to ensure the current vintage is displayed, however variations can occur.