Black Cottage Rosé 2025 from Black Cottage in Marlborough is a beautiful pale salmon‑coloured pinot noir rosé that nails that fresh, beach‑day Kiwi style while still feeling nicely grown‑up in the glass.

This Black Cottage Rose 2025 bursts with aromas of strawberry, raspberry, cranberry, rosewater, red liquorice, fennel, watermelon and a lick of sea breeze and wet stone. The palate is juicy yet dry, packed with red berries and citrus, a subtle savoury, herbal twist and perfectly balanced crunchy acidity on the finish.

It’s spot‑on as a summer aperitif or with charcuterie, fish crudo, prawns, tomato‑based pasta, mezze, fresh salads or sushi – basically anything from a long lunch spread to takeaway on the couch where you want something bright, refreshing and dangerously drinkable.