Description
A rosé sparkling wine made using the ancestral method that combines elegance and freshness, best expressing the Pinot Noir of Oltrepò Pavese. Cultivation area Produced on the hills of Oltrepò Pavese, in Lombardy, where the vineyards of Castello di Stefanago are located at an altitude between 350 and 500 meters above sea level. The company, certified organic, extends over 135 hectares, of which 20 are dedicated to vine cultivation. Technical characteristics Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation in steel with indigenous yeasts, followed by a brief maceration on the skins to obtain the rosé color. The sparkling process takes place in the bottle according to the ancestral method, with aging on the lees for 60 months before disgorging. Alcohol content: 12.5% Tasting notes Color: Bright cherry. Aroma: Intense aromas of fresh red fruit, with floral notes and hints of citrus. Taste: Fresh and lively, with balanced acidity that makes the wine versatile and perfect for conviviality. Particular food pairings Ideal to accompany creative and refined dishes: Tuna tartare with pomegranate and pink pepper: The freshness of the wine enhances the sweetness of the tuna and the acidity of the pomegranate. Chicken marinated in green tea and ginger: The liveliness of the wine balances the aromatic and spicy notes of the dish. Savory beetroot and goat cheese tart: The acidity of the rosé pairs with the earthy sweetness of the beetroot and the creaminess of the cheese. Ricotta ravioli with lemon, brown butter, and sage: The delicacy of the wine harmoniously marries with the fresh and aromatic taste of the dish. Curiosities Since 1986, Castello di Stefanago, led by Antonio and Giacomo Baruffaldi, has adopted organic farming practices to promote biodiversity and respect the local ecosystem. The company's philosophy values the grape variety and the terroir, allowing the wine to express itself naturally, without corrective interventions.