Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo, “Rosa-ae”
Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo is an Italian DOC classification of a rosato (rosé) wine made from the Montepulciano grape. The name cerasuolo literally means cherry-red. The deep color results from brief skin-contact with the highly pigmented skins of the Montepulciano grape.
Appellation: Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC
Type: Rosé
Varietal: 100% Montepulciano
Certified Organic
Color: Bright cherry red, with slight purple reflections.
Bouquet: Fresh and persistent aromas of strawberry, pomegranate, cherry and light citrus fruit with underlyinglegant floral scents.
Palate: Round in the mouth, excellent balance between the softness and the lively acid and mineral components, with a long persistent and a stimulating finish.
Alcohol: 13-14% depending on the vintage
Serving Temperature: Chilled 13-14° C (54 -57° F).
Pairing: This style allows great flexibility in pairings. It suitable to accompany mixed Italian appetizers, sauced first courses, legume and cereal soups, white meats and fish preparations, pizza and is ideal with Brodetto Vastese (Vasto-style broth).
Production Area: From a 13 hectare vineyard in the Loreto Aprutino.
Elevation: 250-300 meters a.s.l.
Exposure: Southeastern, Northwestern.
Soil: Clayey-calcareous.
Training System: Abruzzo pergola, spurred cordon.
Vine density: 1600-5300 plants/ha.
Yield: 70 hl/ha.
Vinification: Steel, one part bloodletting of the reds after cold pre-maceration, one part very light direct pressing of the non-stemmed grapes, one part coming from cold maceration on the skins. Fermentation: at 15-16° C.
Maturation: In stainless steel tanks.
2013 Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo – 88 Points – Vinous Media (July 2014)
“Light orange. Pungent red berries and dried rose scents are lifted by subtle mineral and peppery spice notes. Juicy and broad on entry, then tighter in the mid-palate, offering bitter cherry and redcurrant flavors and a touch of succulent herbs. The brisk, spicy finish shows good clarity and cling.” ~ J. R.
