TASTING NOTES Mission VS Rosé 2020

Viticulture
The grapes for this wine were specially selected from vineyards located in the Gimblett Gravels, Hawke's Bay for this vibrant Rosé. Low cropping vines and the removal of leaves around the bunches ensured excellent flavour development. The fruit was harvested
at optimum sugar levels to achieve a fruit-forward wine with good acidity. Predominantly made from Syrah which lends richness and length, with 17% Merlot for flavour complexity.
Winemaking
The fruit was crushed and pressed immediately with very minimal skin contact. After cold settling, the juice was cool-fermented using aromatic yeast to enhance the development of fruit aromas. The fruit was fermented to bone dry for a light and refreshing, but textural wine.