Born of the sea, Guided by the stars, Blessed by the earth

Raka Rosé 2016

Technical Analysis

Winemaker - Josef Dreyer
Main Variety - Merlot
Alcohol - 13.5 %vol
pH - 3.40
RS - 4.5 g/l
Total Acid - 5.3 g/l
Appellation - Klein River

Characteristics

Type - Rose
Style - Dry
Taste - Fruity


Tasting Notes

Appearance: Bright clear in colour with an orange tinge
Bouquet & Palate: The aromas are complex. Rich flavours of prunes and crushed strawberry, complimented by hints of honey. The same characters carries through on the palate with a refreshing crisp, sweetish finish.

Blend Information

Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

Food Suggestions

Good for sundowners or enjoy with light meals. Served well chilled, this wine is well suited to any seafood, pasta, salads and cold meats. Also delightful on its own!

About The Harvest

All grapes were hand picked.

In The Cellar

All grapes were sorted before being crushed directly in to the tanks where skin contact is allowed for 4 hours. 6% - 15% of each variety were extracted and inoculated with pure yeast cultures to optimize fermentation at around 16° C. The wine was allowed to naturally clarify under gravity prior to filtering and bottling.

Additional Information

Wine Style: Fruity, Dry


Other Vintages

Wine Wine Maker Main Variety
Raka Rosé 2021 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2020 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2019 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2018 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2017 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2016 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2015 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2014 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2012 Josef Dreyer Sauvignon Blanc
Raka Rosé 2011 Josef Dreyer Sauvignon Blanc
Raka Rosé 2010 Josef Dreyer Merlot
Raka Rosé 2009 Josef Dreyer Sauvignon Blanc
Raka Rosé 2008 Josef Dreyer Sauvignon Blanc
Raka Rosé 2004 Tanya Rousseau Sangiovese
ARA - Industry Association for Responsible Alcohol use Not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Enjoy Responsibly.