Vino Intrepido The Sharpest Thorn Negroamaro Rose

Vino Intrepido The Sharpest Thorn Negroamaro Rosé 2023 is a bold, dry rosé from Vino Intrepido in Victoria’s Nagambie Lakes, made by James Scarcebrook from Box Grove Vineyard fruit. This coral-pink Negroamaro is built with real savoury bite, giving rosé drinkers something far more interesting than a simple fruity sip.

Cherry and plum lead the nose, lifted by spice, dried herbs, graphite and dusty earth. The palate is crisp and very dry, with lively acidity and a distinct cherry-pit bitterness adding grip and complexity. Vino Intrepido The Sharpest Thorn Rosé 2023 is textural, punchy and properly food-focused.

Match this Negroamaro rosé with chargrilled octopus, spicy Italian sausage, grilled vegetables, salumi or pizza with chilli and anchovy. Its dry, savoury edge cuts through richer, salty dishes, while the bright red fruit works beautifully with smoky flavours. Serve well chilled, but not icy cold, to let the spice and texture show.