When Rosé Belongs in Your Glass Again
With the first warm days, not only does our mood change, but also what we want to drink. Lighter, fresher, livelier. This is precisely when rosé wine season begins.
Rosé stands for uncomplicated enjoyment, for conviviality, and for moments spent outdoors. Hardly any other type of wine brings summer, lightness, and joie de vivre so directly to the glass.
South Africa and Rosé: More Than Just a Summer Wine
In recent years, South Africa has developed into an exciting origin for high-quality rosé wines. The combination of abundant sun, cool ocean breezes, and diverse soils creates ideal conditions for expressive, fresh, and at the same time structured rosés.
Many wineries deliberately focus on quality and produce rosé wines that go far beyond simple patio wines. They show precision, balance, and often surprising depth.
Our Rosé Selection for You
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DE GRENDEL
Rosé – 2025
CHF 12.90 instead of CHF 15.90
89 Points by WINEMAG SA
Elegant notes of pomegranate, ruby red grapefruit and crushed raspberries. Crisp and impressive on the palate with bright fruit and racy acidity, followed by a soft, structured mid-palate with a long and seductive finish.
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CEDERBERG
Sustainable Rosé – 2025
CHF 13.90 instead of CHF 17.90
The Cederberg Sustainable Rosé seduces the senses with its refined salmon pink colour and expressive nose, which exudes a rich aroma of strawberry mousse, rose petals and freshly ripened nectarines. The palate is refreshing with a salty, spicy finish.
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VAN LOGGERENBERG
Break a Leg Blanc de Noir – 2024
CHF 15.90 instead of CHF 19.90
89 Points by Tim Atkin
Subtle aromas of red cherries, apple, orange and spices. On the palate, it is juicy and fresh, with a slight hint of sweetness on the attack and a slightly spicy finish. Perfect for any sunset.
Style: Freshness Meets Character
South African rosé wines are characterised by their versatility. Depending on the grape variety and region, very different styles emerge. From delicate, mineral rosés with fine citrus notes to fruit-driven variants with aromas of strawberries, raspberries and floral nuances. Often accompanied by lively acidity that provides freshness and drinkability. It is precisely this balance that makes them so exciting. They are easily accessible without losing their expressiveness.
Perfect for Every Occasion
Rosé is a true all-rounder. Whether as an aperitif, for a barbecue, or with light dishes. It adapts and accompanies various moments of enjoyment. Especially in combination with summer cuisine, rosé unfolds its full potential. Fresh salads, fish, seafood or even spicy dishes harmonise excellently with its structure and freshness.
Rosé as an Expression of Lifestyle
Rosé is more than just a wine. It represents a particular way of enjoying life. Relaxed, conscious, and with joy in the moment. South African rosés, in particular, perfectly express this lifestyle. They combine quality with accessibility and create precisely the kind of enjoyment one seeks on warm days.
The New Generation of Rosé
What was once often seen as a by-product is now an independent, serious wine style. Many South African producers deliberately pay great attention to rosé. Targeted harvest times, gentle processing, and precise maturation ensure that modern rosés are clear, elegant, and expressive. This development has elevated rosé wine to a whole new level.
Now is Rosé Time
The rosé season is short and intense. That's precisely why it's worth discovering the right wines now. Whether for the next aperitif, a barbecue, or simply for an in-between moment. Rosé brings lightness to the glass and makes you want more.
