Ahearne Rosina Rosé 2017

Description

Named after Jo’s mother and made from the borderline extinct variety Darnekuša – only 1.5 ha in existence.  Its delicate flavours, light colour and low potential alcohol make it a perfect rosé variety, herentopping out at 11%, with texture and palate weight derived from bâtonnage.  The vineyard sits around 500 metres on a hill top, giving well ventilated and clean fruit.

‘Darne’ derives from a Turkish word, used to describe the moment between a wild party descends into a full on orgy.  Curious naming for such a fine and delicate grape!