Quiet Mutiny 2025 Charlotte's Elusion Rosé

 

Here is a rosé with a difference; primarily made from the pinot meunier grape that is traditionally used in sparkling wines. This offers a food-friendly alternative dry table wine that is perfect for enjoying chilled over summer. Quiet Mutiny is the personal label of Greer Carland, whose family owns Laurel Bank vineyard overlooking the Derwent River. This was a standout at the recent Budburst Tassie Wine Expo. The fruit for this wine was sourced from the warmer East Coast of Tasmania and this lively number has both vibrancy and personality. Perfect for enjoying with a Middle Eastern mezze plate, or some pan-fried salmon (preferably not farmed salmon). $37. https://quietmutiny.wine/  

Hughes & Hughes 2025 Rosé

 

Here is a perfect choice for al fresco fun over summer. A blend of grapes from the Coal River and Derwent valleys in southern Tasmania crafted by brothers Jonny and Matthew Hughes, who make estate wines under the Mewstone label - their vineyard base on the banks of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel - and wines made from grower fruit under Hughes & Hughes. I loved the vibrancy of this one - perfect for enjoying with a picnic, or when eating food by the campfire. It is a blend of shiraz and tempranillo fruit with a dash of riesling that is refreshing, savoury and gently spicy. It was barrel fermented, went through malo and was matured in stainless steel. Serve chilled, but not too chilled, for maximum enjoyment. $35. https://www.mewstonewines.com.au/hugheshughes-wines