Inspired by the Levant, meaning ‘rise,’ Levantine Hill takes its name from the ancient lands along the Eastern Mediterranean where the sun rises. Crafted in the cool climate of the Yarra Valley, these wines are designed to be enjoyed now or aged for future enjoyment.
The limited edition Levant Rosé, with only 600 dozen bottles produced, bridges the traditional styles of northern Spain and southern France, offering a vibrant, complex wine. With evolving aromas of strawberry, guava, and orange zest, the deep and bountiful palate is accented by Turkish Delight and white chocolate, finishing with subtle acidity and fine tannins. This wine is also vegan-friendly
All varieties were fermented and matured separately. Circa 2/3 of the grapes were whole bunch pressed with the balance of the juice derived from ‘bleed off’ (saignée) immediately off skins after crushing. The bulk of components were fermented and matured in stainless steel with portions sent to aged oak casks to mature on lees for added complexity.
The Levant Rosé aims to ‘straddle the divide’, adopting, adapting and hybridising the traditional rosé styles from southern France and northern Spain.
It is a serious wine of complex character, volume and intensity, unfurling and evolving aromas of guava, musk, rosewater, pot pourri, quince, lemon verbena, thyme and coriander seed. The palate is deep, flavourful and tending to savoury with an abundance of wild strawberry, bay leaf, Turkish Delight, nectarine stone and blood orange washing over a base of integrated acidity and long finishing tannins, providing line and drive. Perfectly suited to both al fresco dining in sunshine & warm winter feasts.
This wine is suitable for vegans.
