Man O' War Waiheke Island Pinque Rosé 2025

Waiheke & Ponui Islands fruit | Champagne-style pressing | Pure rosé expression

Tasting Notes

Vibrant, effortless, and unmistakably coastal the 2025 Pinque Rosé is crafted to capture the spirit of summer in a glass. Pale salmon in hue with a shimmering clarity, the nose opens with a flourish of wild strawberry, watermelon, white peach, hints of rose petal, sea spray, and freshly crushed herbs. On the palate, Pinque is crisp, dry, and refreshingly precise. Ripe red berries and citrus blossom glide across a taut, mineral backbone, with a clean and saline finish.  Playful yet poised, 2025 Pinque is built for long lunches, seaside sunsets, and every moment in between. It’s not just a rosé — it’s your Summer Icon.

An uplifting, pure expression of coastal New Zealand rosé—designed specifically for rosé production with champagne-style pressing.

The Islands

Pinque rosé is harvested from select coastal sites on Waiheke and Ponui Islands made up of individual vineyards planted in Merlot, Malbec and Syrah which are designed with rosé production in mind. Picking early in the season but still showcasing red berry characters, the fruit is whole bunch pressed in the champagne style liberating only the cleanest and most pure of juice. Fermented cool in stainless steel tanks and blended in the winter.

About Man O' War

Man O' War represents the maritime spirit of New Zealand's Hauraki Gulf islands, crafting wines that capture the unique coastal terroir of Waiheke and Ponui Islands. Their commitment to island viticulture and thoughtful winemaking creates distinctive wines that reflect both the challenging beauty of their location and their dedication to quality.