'Rose Mary' Rosé, 2024

The blush color of the Rose-Mary denotes the Blanc de Noir winemaking style. Aromas of delicate white peach and rose water underpin the intricate nose of the wine and follow seamlessly onto the palate. On the palate, the wine unfolds with fresh strawberry, white peach, and apricot, all carried by a clean saline undertone that adds intrigue and balance to its subtle texture. This wine is impeccably balanced, showcasing a long, complex mineral finish that highlights its purity and elegance.

Made in the traditional Provence style of winemaking, ‘Blanc de Noir.’ This style uses red wine grapes in the production of the wine, with skin contact intentionally limited to just a three-hour period. After this, the winemaking follows a more traditional white wine process.

The skin contact occurs solely in the press, where the grapes are left on the stems in a process called whole bunch pressing. Whole bunch pressing is a gentle method used to create a soft and delicate feel to the wine, while minimizing skin contact, which gives the Blanc de Noir its attractive color.

Whole bunch pressing can impart a subtle herbal and spicy character to the wine, complementing the vibrant fruit notes from the Mediterranean varietals. This nuanced interplay of flavors and aromas creates a wine that is not only refreshing but also complex and engaging.

Winemaker: Mark le Roux

Waterford Estate was established in 1998 with the intention of producing the very best wines in the country. Being based on the Helderberg Mountain, in Stellenbosch, the Estate excels in producing Red wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, the main two blending components in their Flagship The Jem. They chose to use only half of the total 120 hectares of their land for the planting of vines in order to preserve and protect the natural fauna and flora. The Waterford Way is a philosophy that celebrates prosperity, life, food, wine, family and friends, and guides all that they do at Waterford Estate.