CANTONOVO ROSE' 2021 - ORGANIC Primitivo Rosato IGP Puglia

Dedicated to those who love the strength of Primitivo and want to savor its elegance in organic Cantonovo rosè. From the power of the black grape, combined with the knowledge of man, comes a wine suitable for all seasons, to be enjoyed throughout the meal. The Cantonovo rosé does not prevail but accompanies, with a refined presence at the table, which tells us about the pleasure of the conviviality of a welcoming land like Puglia.

Grape variety: Primitivo 100%

Production area: Marchione district, on the Turi-Castellana Grotte (Puglia/Italy)

Type of soil: calcareous and clayey on hilly reliefs

Training system: espalier

Yield per plant: approximately 1 to 4 kg

Year of planting: replanted in 1990 where there had been a vineyard since the early 1900s.

Harvest: in the first half of September in company-owned vineyards and with grapes harvested in boxes after a careful selection of the bunches.

Winemaking: according to the modern tradition that combines the ancient technique of raising the hat, in which fermentation raises the pomace until it reaches union with the controlled temperature. The skill in the cellar, starting from a black grape to arrive at the delicate rosé wine, is contained in a handful of hours in which each action requires a wealth of experience.

Refinement: takes place in steel for approximately 1-2 months, followed by bottling immediately afterwards.

Annual production: approximately 15,000 bottles

Serving temperature: 8-10° C

Allergens: contains sulphites

TASTING NOTES

Color: pale cherry pink

Bouquet: with medium persistence and lively expression of the scents of the Mediterranean scrub and the woods of the Bari Murgia, Cantonovo
organic rosé wine is a proud expression. From wild roses to rosemary.

Taste: on the palate it expresses a very pleasant flavor and balanced acidity, which fascinates and asks for a new sip. It promptly confirms the Mediterranean notes that it has already generously offered to the sense of smell, with a perfect balance between sight, smell and taste.

Food pairing: seafood appetizer or savory finger food, sushi, risotto, spaghetti with clams, pasta and peas, grilled fish, pizza.

Aging capacity: no more than 2 years provided it is properly stored