Marchand & Burch Villages rosé 2025

This is consistently one of my favourite West Australian rosés. The first thing you notice is the brilliant pink colour — pale, yet with a luminous quality. It’s a combination of shiraz, pinot, and grenache from around the state, naturally fermented in older oak barriques. On the nose, there are all the strawberry and raspberry nuances, while on the light-bodied palate, that oak has contributed to a lovely textural feel. There’s vibrancy, there’s energy, and that light, bright fruit carries through to a very long finish. Yet another terrific little rosé under this brand.