Organic Hill Preservative Free Sparkling Rose 2023: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Spritzy & Playful

A bright, characterful sparkling rosé made from organic Lagrein grapes, with guava, strawberry, confectionery watermelon, pomegranate and a savoury earthy beetroot note. It opens with a touch of fresh fruit sweetness, then finishes dry, crisp and refreshing, making it a brilliant choice for chilli prawns, salt and pepper squid, aperitif plates and sunny catch-ups.

Highlights

• Certified organic, vegan suitable and no added preservative
• Crafted by Organic Hill — a South Australian producer focused on organic, vegan and preservative-free wines
• Organic Lagrein sparkling rosé with guava, strawberry, pomegranate, watermelon and earthy beetroot
• Made from organic Lagrein grapes grown in South Australia
• Gold Medal — Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards 2024; 90 Points — Winepilot; Bronze Medal / 87 Points — London Wine Competition 2025
• 13.3% ABV

Tasting Notes

Pale to vibrant pink in the glass with lively bubbles and a fragrant rosé lift. The nose brings guava, strawberry, strawberries-and-cream, pomegranate and confectionery watermelon, with a distinctive earthy beetroot note from the Lagrein grape. The palate has a soft fruit sweetness through the middle, then tightens into cranberry-like freshness, crisp acidity and a dry, refreshing finish.

Winemaking

This sparkling rosé is made from organic Lagrein grapes and bottled as part of Organic Hill’s preservative-free range. It is crafted without added preservative sulphites, allergens or animal-derived agents, keeping the wine fresh, vibrant and vegan suitable. Lagrein gives the wine deeper rosé character than many pale pink sparkling styles, bringing red-fruit flavour, savoury nuance and enough structure to work well with food.

Vineyard & Vintage

The 2023 release is made from organic Lagrein grown in South Australia. Lagrein is a northern Italian red variety that can deliver dark berry, pomegranate, spice and earthy savouriness, which makes it an unusual and interesting choice for sparkling rosé. The wine sits at 13.3% ABV and is best enjoyed while the guava, strawberry and cranberry-like freshness are bright and lively.

Why We Love It

This is not a generic pink fizz. The Lagrein base gives it colour, texture and a savoury edge, while the guava, strawberry and watermelon notes keep it joyful and easy to pour. It is organic, vegan, no added preservative and expressive enough to handle spicy seafood, salty snacks and lively food.

Food Pairing

The combination of fruit sweetness, dry finish, fizz and savoury Lagrein character makes this sparkling rosé excellent with salty, spicy and lightly fried dishes. It is especially good with chilli, prawns, squid, fresh herbs, watermelon, tofu and crisp summer salads.

Try matching this wine with →

• Chilli prawns with lime and herbs — Find a Recipe
• Salt and pepper squid — Find a Recipe
• Watermelon, feta and mint salad — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Open this for sunshine, seafood, spicy snacks, birthdays or a festive aperitif that has more personality than standard bubbles. It is playful, pink and refreshing, but with enough savoury detail to keep the glass interesting.

Cellaring

Best enjoyed young for its guava, strawberry, pomegranate and lively fizz. Drink now to 2026 for the freshest fruit and crispest finish. Store it cool and dark, and avoid heat exposure because no-added-preservative wines are more sensitive to poor storage.

Producer

Organic Hill is a South Australian producer with its vineyard and cellar door at 36 Twentyeight Road in McLaren Vale. Founded by Leon Hill, the brand focuses on organic, preservative-free and vegan wines made without added preservative sulphites, allergens or animal-derived agents. The preservative-free range is made from 100% organically grown, NASAA certified premium fruit, with Organic Hill aiming to create familiar yet distinctive wines for drinkers who want cleaner production, generous flavour and no unnecessary additions.

Related Wines To Try →

If you enjoy fresh sparkling wine, pink aperitif styles and no-added-preservative bottles, these are lovely options to explore next:

• Same producer, crisp Blanc de Blanc with lemon sherbet and pear — Organic Hill Preservative Free Blanc de Blanc Sparkling
• Dry preservative-free sparkling with green apple and lemon zest — Tamburlaine Preservative Free Au Naturel Premium Cuvee Sparkling
• Dry preservative-free rosé with strawberry-and-cream aromatics — Mercer Preservative Free Rose

FAQ

What does Organic Hill Preservative Free Sparkling Rose taste like?

It tastes bright, fruity and refreshing, with guava, strawberry, pomegranate, confectionery watermelon and a savoury earthy beetroot note. The palate has a touch of fruit sweetness through the middle, then finishes dry and crisp. Expect a more characterful sparkling rosé than a simple pale pink fizz.

Is this sparkling rosé dry or sweet?

It opens with fresh fruit sweetness, but the finish is dry and refreshing. The fruit profile gives strawberry and watermelon brightness, while the acidity and cranberry-like finish keep it balanced. It is not a dessert-style sparkling wine.

Does this wine contain preservatives or sulphites?

This wine is No Added Preservative, so sulphur dioxide has not been added during winemaking. Like all wine, it may still contain tiny amounts of naturally occurring sulphites from fermentation. It is also certified organic and vegan suitable.

What grape is used in this sparkling rosé?

This wine is made from organic Lagrein grapes, which makes it more distinctive than many sparkling rosé styles. Lagrein is a red grape variety that can bring pomegranate, berry fruit, spice and earthy savouriness. In sparkling rosé, it adds colour, flavour and a little extra food-friendly depth.

How should I serve Organic Hill Sparkling Rose 2023?

Serve well chilled at around 6–8°C. A white wine glass will show more of the guava, strawberry and savoury Lagrein notes, while a flute will keep the bubbles lively. No decanting is needed.

What food pairs well with this wine?

It is excellent with chilli prawns, salt and pepper squid, sashimi, Vietnamese rice paper rolls, watermelon salad and salty aperitif snacks. The fizz and acidity refresh the palate, while the fruit can handle spice. For a vegetarian option, try watermelon, feta and mint salad or crispy tofu with chilli sauce.

Can this sparkling rosé be cellared?

This wine is best enjoyed young while the fruit, fizz and freshness are vivid. Drink now to 2026 for the brightest guava, strawberry and cranberry-like finish. It is not intended as a long-cellar sparkling style.

Is this wine vegan friendly?

Yes, this sparkling rosé is vegan suitable. It is also certified organic and made with no added preservatives. That makes it a strong choice for celebrations, aperitif drinking and seafood-friendly moments where cleaner production matters.

Who will enjoy this wine the most?

This is ideal for drinkers who love sparkling rosé, fruity aperitif wines and food-friendly bubbles with a little extra personality. If you like dry rosé, pink Prosecco, sparkling red-fruit styles or organic sparkling wine, this is a fun bottle to try. It is more savoury and distinctive than many straightforward sweet pink sparklings.

Is this wine keto friendly?

This is a dry-finishing sparkling rosé, but it does show some fresh fruit sweetness on entry. It may suit moderate low-sugar drinkers, but strict keto customers may prefer a confirmed bone-dry sparkling wine. Choose a drier Brut or Brut Nature style if sugar is the main priority.

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