Vintage
2023
ABV
14%
Wine Type
Rosé
Wine Style
Still
Wine Description
The Grenache came from the ancient Cambrian soils of Heathcote whilst the Mourvedre was grown on the river flats of Tabilk in the Nagambie Lakes area of the Goulburn Valley. Both parcels were fermented in seasoned oak to help with mouth feel and texture. The wine was left to age for around 6 months on fine lees to build complexity. A classic blend of these varieties that complement each other for a light and delicate, savoury rosé.
Pale in colour with a combination of summer florals and savoury herbal aromatics. Delicate ruby fruits with hints of orange peel, lead to a dry and refreshing finish.
Winemaker
William Downie and Jason Searle
Winemaker's Bio
William and Jason’s shared vision for creating exceptional wines began at one of Australia's most prestigious vineyards, Bass Philip, where a bond formed based on quality, loyalty, and commitment. Jason’s journey into wine began in 1990 in Margaret River, before taking him to the London Wine Trade, where he refined his understanding of what makes wine exceptional. He returned to Australia to help plant vineyards, learning from industry leaders. A vintage in Italy and experimental wine projects while studying at Charles Sturt University sparked his ambition to create his own wine. William (Bill) started his wine career early at Bass Philip before moving to Burgundy and the Yarra Valley with De Bortoli. During this time, he launched his own eponymous label, and eventually bought a property to start his vineyard. He has since become a world-renowned producer of fine Pinot Noir. A chance meeting between Jason and William led to a shared vision: to challenge Australia’s everyday wine landscape and create something new—blending natural and traditional methods for everyday drinking. Their focus is on making wines with fewer additives, including sulphur dioxide, and minimal filtration. This approach guided the style of SOS wines
