2023 Matthiasson Rose

​The 2023 Matthiasson Rosé is a testament to the winery’s dedication to crafting light, refreshing, and food-friendly wines.​

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Delicate scents of fresh strawberries, white peaches, and subtle floral notes. ​

• Palate: Crisp and lively with flavors of tart red berries, citrus zest, and a hint of minerality, leading to a clean, refreshing finish. ​

Food Pairing

This versatile rosé pairs excellently with a variety of dishes, including:​

• Salads: Fresh spring salads with peas, fava beans, or green garlic.​

• Light Proteins: Rabbit dishes, frittatas, or herb-roasted chicken.​

• Vegetarian Fare: Grilled vegetables, light pasta dishes, or Mediterranean mezze.​

Its citrusy aromas and clean flavors complement the wonderful spring foods that appear as the weather warms, making it perfect for springtime holiday meals or enjoying on the porch all summer. ​

Vineyard Technical Specifications

• Blend Composition: Approximately 40% Grenache, 32% Barbera, 15% Mourvèdre, and 13% Counoise. ​

• Vineyards: Sourced from the Windmill Vineyard and Muller Vineyard, both located in the Dunnigan Hills and farmed organically. ​

• Farming Practices: Grapes are grown specifically for rosé, with vines kept slightly more shaded to produce plump, juicy, thin-skinned grapes that are vibrant and refreshing. ​

• Harvesting: Grapes are harvested very early, barely past veraison, to capture zesty brightness and maintain high-toned, crisp, and refreshing characteristics. ​

• Winemaking: Whole-cluster pressed, settled in a cold tank for 24 hours, then fermented and aged “sur lees” in stainless steel barrels. Malolactic fermentation is prevented to preserve acidity.

• Technical Details: pH 3.31; TA 6.7 g/L; Alcohol 11.5%.

This rosé is crafted with intention, resulting in a wine that is light as a feather, almost floating across the palate, with a beautiful clean finish.