Gapsted High Country Pinot Noir Rosé 2024 from Gapsted Estate in Victoria’s Alpine Valleys is a vibrant, cool climate rosé that bursts from the glass with wild strawberry, cranberry and a spicy lift, layered with subtle notes of toast and cream that add intrigue and charm. This High Country Pinot Noir Rosé 2024 feels like spring and summer in a glass, but with real depth and detail to keep serious rosé drinkers interested.

On the palate it delivers intense cherry and savoury raspberry flavours with a touch of blood orange, all wrapped in a silky, mouthwatering texture and bright, complex acidity that keeps things refreshing and moreish. There is impressive weight, persistence and a long, complex finish, making it every bit as food‑worthy as many light reds while still being totally at home served well chilled on warmer days.

This is sensational with Red King Crab and bisque sauce as the winery suggests, and will also sing alongside grilled salmon with citrus glaze, watermelon and feta salad or a herbed goat cheese tart where its fruit, acidity and subtle creamy notes really come alive at the table. It is vegan friendly and has the structure to age gracefully for up to six years if you enjoy more savoury complexity over time.