Journeys End Wild One Grenache Ros� 2025

Journey's End Vineyards is situated on the south-eastern slopes of Stellenbosch, where vineyards benefit from cooling ocean breezes rolling in from False Bay. This maritime influence helps preserve natural acidity and freshness in the grapes, particularly valuable for expressive rose styles such as Journeys End Wild One Grenache Rose 2025. The estate has built a reputation for combining classic vineyard discipline with contemporary, sustainability-minded winemaking. Fruit is grown with a strong focus on site expression and balance, aiming for wines that are polished yet authentic. Their rose programme typically favours gentle handling and early bottling to capture purity, brightness and texture rather than overt sweetness or weight. Colour: Pale salmon pink with a bright, luminous rim and youthful clarity. Nose: Fresh strawberry, raspberry and watermelon lead the aromatics, followed by rose petal, citrus peel and a subtle herbal lift. Palate: Light to medium-bodied with juicy red berry fruit at the core. Grenache brings softness and charm, while crisp acidity keeps the palate focused and refreshing. There is a gentle savoury edge that adds interest without overwhelming the fruit. Finish: Clean and dry, with lingering notes of summer berries and a touch of pink grapefruit zest.