TASTING NOTES FOR XO Grenache Barbera Rosé 2022

🍷 Appearance
Pale salmon pink with a delicate blush hue. Bright and आकर्षive in the glass with a lively sheen.

👃 Aromas
Fresh and lifted, showing strawberry, raspberry and red cherry with a hint of citrus zest. Subtle savoury notes and a faint nutty complexity add an extra layer of interest.

👅 Palate
Juicy and vibrant, delivering fresh strawberry, cherry and pink grapefruit flavours. A gentle savoury edge and subtle textural richness give the wine more depth than your typical rosé, while maintaining excellent freshness.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and rounded with balanced acidity. The finish is dry, crisp and persistent, with lingering red fruit, citrus and a light savoury note.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Australian rosé—fresh, textural and slightly savoury. The Grenache brings bright fruit and softness, while Barbera adds structure and grip, creating a more serious yet highly drinkable style.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with charcuterie, grilled prawns, Mediterranean dishes or fresh summer salads. Also ideal as an aperitif or for relaxed entertaining.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A rosé with a bit more substance—fresh, lively and just that little bit more complex. A standout for mixed dozens, offering versatility, interest and crowd appeal.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷