Deviation Road Altair Brut Rosé NV

Maybe the best value sparkling in Australia — and the most accessible expression in the Deviation Road range. The Deviation Road Altair Brut Rosé NV is a premium non-vintage sparkling rosé of extraordinary elegance, freshness and character — named after Altair, one of the brightest stars in the night sky, and crafted by the Longbottom family with the same traditional méthode champenoise precision and Adelaide Hills cool-climate excellence that defines all great Deviation Road sparkling.

Altair — the brightest star in the constellation Aquila, one of the brightest stars in the night sky. From Deviation Road — one of Australia's most celebrated and respected traditional method sparkling producers, based in the Adelaide Hills and founded by the Longbottom family. Dual critical acclaim — 96 points Halliday Wine Companion, 95 points The Vintage Journal — extraordinary value at $40 (on sale from $43).

96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 95 Points – The Vintage Journal

Adelaide Hills, SA

$40 a bottle (on sale from $43)
Altair Brut Rosé • Deviation Road • Adelaide Hills

"Altair — one of the brightest stars in the night sky. Deviation Road's most accessible sparkling rosé — 96 points Halliday, 95 points The Vintage Journal. Maybe the best value sparkling in Australia at $40."

The Complete Deviation Road Range at Liquid Vibe

Three extraordinary expressions from one of Australia's most celebrated traditional method sparkling producers:

• Altair Brut Rosé NV — 96pts Halliday, 95pts The Vintage Journal. Most accessible. Maybe the best value sparkling in Australia. $40.
• Loftia Vintage Brut 2021 — 95pts The Vintage Journal, 94pts Halliday. Single-vineyard Adelaide Hills vintage sparkling. $54.
• Beltana Blanc de Blancs 2018 — 97pts The R Review. Pinnacle Blanc de Blancs expression. $100.

About Deviation Road

Deviation Road is one of Australia's most celebrated and respected traditional method sparkling producers, based in the Adelaide Hills and founded by the Longbottom family, specialising in méthode traditionnelle wines of extraordinary quality and cool-climate precision. Deviation Road has established itself as a benchmark of Australian traditional method sparkling — producing wines that consistently achieve serious critical acclaim and showcase the extraordinary potential of the Adelaide Hills for world-class sparkling wine.

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Beautiful pale salmon with delicate copper highlights and fine, persistent bubbles — luminous, vibrant and deeply inviting.

Aroma:
Elegant and expressively fresh with:

• fresh strawberries and rose petals — the hallmark of great Adelaide Hills sparkling rosé
• citrus zest and subtle brioche — from traditional method lees aging
• the cool-climate freshness and mineral precision of the Adelaide Hills

Adelaide Hills sparkling rosé of extraordinary aromatic elegance — the fresh strawberry and rose petal character of cool-climate Pinot Noir beautifully integrated with the brioche complexity of traditional method winemaking.

Palate:
Refined and sophisticated with extraordinary freshness.
Expect layers of:

• red berries and white peach
• delicate mineral complexity
• vibrant acidity delivering extraordinary freshness, balance and length
• the elegant, graceful character of great Brut Rosé

The wine delivers sparkling rosé elegance with Adelaide Hills cool-climate precision, combining Deviation Road's celebrated traditional method winemaking with the Adelaide Hills' extraordinary cool-climate terroir and the craftsmanship that defines great Altair Brut Rosé.

Finish:
Long and graceful with lingering berry notes and a clean, refreshing aftertaste.

Critical Acclaim

96pts – Halliday Wine Companion

95pts – The Vintage Journal

Wine Details

• Style: Non-Vintage Brut Rosé
• Region: Adelaide Hills, SA
• Producer: Deviation Road
• Method: Traditional méthode champenoise
• Serving Temperature: 8–12°C
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2027 (best enjoyed fresh)

Food Pairings

• Salmon and ocean trout
• Duck breast
• Soft and fresh cheeses
• Berry desserts
• Romantic dinners and celebrations
• As a luxurious aperitif

Why We Love It

This is maybe the best value sparkling in Australia — Deviation Road's Altair Brut Rosé, named after one of the brightest stars in the night sky, shining brilliantly with 96-point Halliday and 95-point Vintage Journal acclaim.
At $40 (on sale from $43), it delivers outstanding Adelaide Hills sparkling rosé character and extraordinary value from one of Australia's most celebrated traditional method sparkling producers.

Like its stellar namesake, Altair shines brilliantly — illuminating every special moment with elegance and distinction.