Kim Crawford Rose 375ML

Description

Kim Crawford Ros 375ML is a French ros wine sourced from Provence grapes, bottled at 13% ABV in a convenient half-bottle format. What distinguishes this expression from Kim Crawford’s well-known New Zealand portfolio is its French provenance the grapes are grown in Provence, the region widely regarded as the global benchmark for ros production.

Quick Facts: ABV: 13% | Origin: Provence, France | Style: Dry Ros | Winery: Kim Crawford Wines (est. 1996)

Production & Heritage

Kim Crawford Wines was launched in 1996 in Auckland, New Zealand, and quickly became one of the country’s most recognized wine brands internationally. For this ros, the winery departs from its New Zealand roots by sourcing grapes from Provence, France a deliberate choice to tap into the region’s centuries-old tradition of ros winemaking. The wine undergoes a brief skin-contact maceration, the standard Provenal technique that extracts just enough color and flavor from the grape skins before pressing, resulting in a pale, dry, and fruit-forward style.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with fresh red fruit and progresses into delicate white floral aromas. There is an inviting brightness that suggests ripe summer berries without heaviness.

Taste: On entry, the palate is richly fruited with watermelon and fresh cherry notes leading the way. At mid-palate, flavors of sweet summer berry fruits emerge alongside a distinctive strawberries-and-cream quality that adds roundness. The overall impression is generous but balanced, never cloying.

Finish: The finish is crisp and decisively dry, providing clean closure to the fruit-forward palate. A subtle mineral thread lingers briefly, keeping the wine refreshing through the final sip.

How to Drink Kim Crawford Ros

Serve well chilled, between 4550F, in a standard wine glass or stemless tumbler to let the aromatics open gradually. This ros is built for warm-weather drinking and works beautifully on its own as an aperitif.

• Fros: The ripe strawberry and watermelon character blends seamlessly into this frozen cocktail without losing definition.
• Ros Spritz: Combine with a splash of sparkling water and a grapefruit twist for a low-ABV afternoon refresher that highlights the wine’s floral notes.
• Aperol Spritz (ros variation): Swap traditional prosecco for this ros to add berry depth and a drier backbone to the classic Italian aperitivo.

Best For

• Picnics, beach outings, and outdoor gatherings where the 375ml format is easy to pack and portion
• Weeknight dinners when a full 750ml bottle feels like too much commitment
• Gifting as part of a curated wine sampler or hostess gift
• Introducing someone to dry Provence-style ros without a large investment

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kim Crawford Ros taste like? Kim Crawford Ros delivers ripe watermelon, fresh cherry, and strawberry-cream flavors with a crisp, dry finish fruit-forward but never sweet.

How does Kim Crawford Ros compare to Whispering Angel? Both are Provence-sourced dry ross, but Kim Crawford tends toward bolder red-fruit flavors and a slightly richer mid-palate, while Whispering Angel is generally lighter and more mineral-driven. Kim Crawford Ros typically sits at a lower price tier, making it a more accessible entry point into Provence ros.

Is Kim Crawford Ros good for beginners? Yes its generous fruit character and clean dry finish make it approachable for those new to ros, while still offering the quality hallmarks of a Provence wine.

Where is Kim Crawford Ros made? Kim Crawford Ros is made with grapes grown in Provence, France, the world’s most celebrated ros-producing region, despite the Kim Crawford brand originating in Auckland, New Zealand in 1996.

What foods pair well with Kim Crawford Ros? Grilled shrimp or prawns work well because the wine’s acidity cuts through the char and sweetness. Goat cheese salads complement the floral aromatics. Charcuterie boards with prosciutto and melon echo the watermelon note. Sushi, particularly salmon rolls, pairs naturally with the wine’s delicate fruit and dry finish. Fresh strawberry desserts mirror the berry character without overwhelming the palate.

What sizes does Kim Crawford Ros come in? Kim Crawford Ros is available in a 375ml half-bottle as well as the standard 750ml format.

Is Kim Crawford Ros worth the price? Kim Crawford Ros positions as an entry-level to mid-range Provence ros, delivering genuine regional character and reliable quality at a price point well below premium Provence labels strong value for everyday drinking.

Why Kim Crawford Ros?

The defining move here is provenance: Kim Crawford built its reputation on New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, then looked to Provence not Marlborough for its ros program. That decision grounds this wine in the most respected ros-producing terroir in the world. With Wine Searcher critic scores of 8586 points across recent vintages and consistently high consumer ratings, this is a dependable bottle rather than a gamble. The 375ml format adds genuine practical value, giving drinkers a single-session pour from a region where quality rarely comes in small packages.