aix rosé 2022

At the end of last season long before the vines wake from dormancy we received some healthy rain, topping up the underground aquifers and ensuring enough water for the arduous dry summer to come.

2022 started with a cold and dry January, which resulted in a later budburst than usual. Luckily, the shoots subsequently grew rapidly as spring was generally dry and warm. Flowering occurred in a perfect weather window with little wind, resulting in good fruit set. The summer was one of extreme dryness with only 100 mm of rain by mid-August. Thankfully late rains in August rejuvenated the vines and canopy, and the cooler nights maintained good acidity. Our vineyard management practices of increased organic matter and cover crops assisted in retaining moisture, whilst bio-stimulation using trace elements kept the vines healthy to ensure grapes reached peak maturity.

We knew the heat would affect both potential aroma and acidity, so these were our key focus points at both harvest and later in the cellar. Our harvest timing was essential in retaining freshness, and an extra gentle winemaking approach at every point ensured the classic bright red fruit characteristics AIX is renowned for.

A bright, joyous, pale pink colour in the glass. A swirl lifts the intense nose of fresh peach juice, raspberries, and white floral blossom to the fore. Fresh stone fruit, raspberries, and the classic cranberry tang lead the palate and balance the fine acid tension. The AIX Rosé 2022 finishes with a refreshingly long, dry, and balanced mineral line. A wine that exceeded our expectations and one we are intensely proud to share with our global wine family.