Gaudete Sunday is the third Sunday of advent. A day on which the penitential exercises suitable to preparing for the second coming of Christ are suspended to allow space for joy and gladness in the promised Redemption. More importantly, it is a day on which rose colour vestments are worn by the clergy.
At Fortieth Rule, we had our own break in preparations for our 2024 harvest releases with the creation of a very special, limited-edition blend. A blend of 80% Bacchus and 20% Pinot Noir Rosé, unfiltered and unfined, this wine is a beautiful light rose colour. For Josh, the rose vestments and corresponding joy of Gaudete Sunday immediately sprung to mind. And the name has stuck.