2022 Bannockburn 1314 Rose, Geelong

Bannockburn 1314 Rosé is a refined, site driven rosé that captures the cool climate precision and understated confidence of Geelong’s Bannockburn subregion. The 1314 range takes its name from the first recorded planting of vines at Bannockburn in the early 14th century, a nod to the area’s long, if often overlooked, viticultural history. This rosé reflects Bannockburn’s basalt rich soils, low rainfall and strong maritime influence, conditions that naturally favour freshness, tension and savoury detail.

Bannockburn Vineyards is one of Victoria’s most respected estates, known for its meticulous vineyard work and minimal intervention approach in the cellar. The 1314 Rosé is crafted with restraint, focusing on purity of fruit, gentle extraction and balance rather than overt colour or sweetness. Everything is handled to preserve freshness and highlight the region’s natural line.

In the glass, the wine shows a pale, delicate salmon hue. Aromas are subtle and refined. Wild strawberry, red currant and watermelon lead, followed by hints of rose petal, citrus peel and a faint herbal note. There is a gentle mineral freshness underneath that keeps the profile tight and elegant.

On the palate, Bannockburn 1314 Rosé is dry, crisp and beautifully composed. Red berry and citrus flavours flow through a light, finely textured palate, supported by bright acidity and a subtle phenolic grip that adds structure and length. The finish is clean, dry and quietly savoury, with lingering red fruit, citrus and mineral notes.

This is a rosé made for the table. It pairs beautifully with seafood, charcuterie, grilled vegetables, salads or lighter Mediterranean dishes. Drinking perfectly now for its freshness and precision, it will also hold comfortably over the next two to three years.

Bannockburn 1314 Rosé is elegant, restrained and unmistakably Bannockburn. A serious cool climate rosé that favours texture and balance over simple fruitiness.