Proschwitz Castle Rosé

A rosé with substance: not summery lightness at any price, but red berries, clear acidity and a finish with bite.

Schloss Proschwitz on the Elbe River is Saxony's oldest privately owned winery. Revived from its slumber after German reunification by Prince zur Lippe, it has been consistently developed over three decades. The vineyards around Meissen, situated on weathered granite and gneiss, give the wines their characteristic freshness and mineral depth—unusual for a German rosé.

In the glass, a vibrant acidity is evident, keeping the wine taut without being harsh. The bouquet opens with cool aromas of raspberry, red currant, and a hint of pomegranate. On the palate, it is juicy and direct, with a firm backbone that sets it apart from cottony rosé wines. The finish is long, mineral, and subtly spicy.

Serving suggestion: Best served at 10–12 °C. Pairs well with grilled salmon, goat cheese salad with walnuts, or a platter of cold cuts and olives. Also a solid choice as an aperitif on a long summer evening.