Ovum 'PNK SALT' Rose, Columbia Gorge, Oregon

From the rugged beauty of Oregon’s Columbia Gorge comes the 2024 Ovum PNK Salt Rosé, a bold, crystalline expression of Cabernet Sauvignon that channels the wild heart of its volcanic soils. Born from vines rooted in ancient Mazama ash and kissed by cool nights under clear summer skies, this rosé embodies both power and grace. It’s not merely a summer sipper, but a wine that defies expectations, a rosé that thinks it’s red, offering layers of depth and character that linger long after the last drop.

Product Details:

• Winemaker: Ksenija Kostic House
• Owners: Ksenija and John House
• Variety: 99% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Big Salt
• Elevation: 300 ft
• Soil: Mazama ash, loess
• Harvest Date: October 2, 2024
• Fermentation: Native, with small addition of Big Salt; full malolactic fermentation
• Aging: 3 months on lees in tank; no fining or cold stabilization
• ABV: 12.5%
• Certification: Made with organic grapes
• Production: Small-lot, low-intervention

Sensory Description:

PNK Salt bursts from the glass with aromas of ripe cherry jam, green fig, and salted lemon, accented by floral notes of geranium and hints of currant. The palate is vivid and electric, offering bracing acidity that cuts through its juicy core of red fruit. Despite brief skin contact, the wine shows surprising structure and texture, finishing long and saline,a bright, mouthwatering echo of Oregon’s high-elevation terroir.

Winemaker's Background:

Founded in 2011 by Ksenija and John House, Ovum Wines was built on a philosophy of honesty and place. Their approach champions native fermentation, neutral aging vessels, and minimal intervention to allow the vineyard and vintage to speak for themselves. Known for producing expressive, terroir-driven wines across Oregon, Ovum’s mission remains simple: to make wines that feel as authentic and dynamic as the land they come from.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 50–55°F in a tulip-shaped white wine or rosé glass to capture its aromatic intensity. PNK Salt pairs beautifully with grilled salmon, roasted beet salad, or soft goat cheese with fresh herbs. Its lively acidity and mineral edge also make it an exceptional companion to Mediterranean fare or sushi.

In every bottle of the 2024 Ovum PNK Salt Rosé lies a vibrant story of Oregon’s natural extremes, volcanic soils, cool nights, and the hands of a winemaker devoted to authenticity. It’s a rosé with a red wine’s soul: captivating, confident, and utterly alive.