Man O' War Pinque Rosé 2026 is a dry, pale salmon rosé from Waiheke Island, made by Man O' War from Syrah, Merlot and Malbec. It shows wild strawberry, watermelon rind and a hint of sea spray. This is a lovely wine for anyone who likes dry, savoury rosés with real coastal freshness.
In the glass it shows a pale salmon colour, with rose petal, crushed garden herbs and juicy white peach.
This is a wine for those of us who enjoy a dry rosé with a savoury edge. This wine would pair well with grilled prawns, fresh seafood and light salads.
What it tastes like
This wine has red berries and citrus blossom on a crisp, dry palate. It finishes clean and saline, and Man O' War describes it as unmistakably coastal.
Style at a glance
- Sweetness: Dry
- Acidity: Crisp and fresh
- Oak: None, fermented in stainless steel
- Style: Dry, crisp, coastal rosé
Food to enjoy this with
- Grilled prawns
- A summer salad
- Fresh seafood
- Dishes with plenty of garden herbs, which echo the herbal note in the glass
- A light charcuterie board, where the crisp acidity and saline finish cut through cured meats
Who makes it
Man O' War planted its first vines on Waiheke Island in 1993 and now farms about 60 hectares across Waiheke and neighbouring Ponui Island. One Ponui vineyard can only be harvested when the tides are high enough to get the grapes onto a barge.
For the 2026 vintage, the grapes were hand-picked from cooler, coastal vineyard blocks and Champagne pressed, a gentle method that keeps skin contact minimal and locks in the pale salmon colour. The wine was then fermented cool in stainless steel to preserve freshness and aromatics.
When to drink it
It drinks well now. Man O' War makes it for immediate enjoyment rather than extended cellaring.
Technical details
| Winery: |
Man O' War |
| Wine: |
Pinque Rosé |
| Vintage: |
2026 |
| Variety: |
Syrah, Merlot and Malbec |
| Region: |
Waiheke Island |
| Country: |
New Zealand |
| Alcohol: |
11.6% |
| Fermentation: |
Cool, in stainless steel |
| Closure: |
Screw cap |
| Cellaring: |
Drink now |
Where to buy
For international delivery to the USA, Australia, UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, China and South Korea, the Man O' War Pinque Rosé 2026 is available from our winenz.com website. For delivery within New Zealand, buy it from thewineryonline.co.nz. You can also buy it at our Queenstown and Arrowtown wine stores, alongside a large range of New Zealand and international wine. On both websites and in both stores you can select a mixed case from a large range of wines, and if you are visiting from overseas, we can ship it home for you.
Questions we are often asked
What does Man O' War Pinque Rosé 2026 taste like?
It has wild strawberry, watermelon rind and juicy white peach, with rose petal, garden herbs and sea spray. The palate is dry and crisp, and the finish is clean and saline.
What grapes are in Man O' War Pinque Rosé 2026?
It is made from Syrah, Merlot and Malbec grown on Waiheke Island.
Is Man O' War Pinque Rosé dry?
Yes. The 2026 vintage is dry, with crisp acidity and a saline finish.
Should I cellar Man O' War Pinque Rosé?
No. It is made for immediate enjoyment, so drink it young while the fruit is fresh.
What food goes with Man O' War Pinque Rosé?
Grilled prawns, fresh seafood, summer salads and a light charcuterie board all suit its crisp, dry style.
Where can I buy Man O' War Pinque Rosé 2026?
The Winery ships Man O' War Pinque Rosé 2026 internationally from winenz.com to the USA, Australia, UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, China and South Korea, and delivers within New Zealand from thewineryonline.co.nz. You can also buy it in our Queenstown and Arrowtown wine stores.
