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SparklingOltrepò PaveseDOC

For England Rose Brut Rose

by Contratto · Piedmont, Italy

Appellation
Oltrepò PaveseDOC
Type
Sparkling
Grapes
Pinot Nero
Line
Contratto
Alcohol
12.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Rosé
Colour depth
Light
Body
Medium-bodied
Sparkling style
Brut
Serve at
6–8 °C
Bottled in
0.75 l
ContrattoPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Grapes

100% Pinot Nero.

Vinification

The rosé base wine is produced by direct skin contact rather than by blending white and red wines. The must remains in contact with the Pinot Nero skins for 6–8 hours at 16°C. The skins are then pressed off, and fermentation is completed without them. A second fermentation in bottle follows according to the metodo classico.

Tasting profile

The base wine has a moderately intense salmon colour. After the second fermentation, the sparkling wine develops pronounced red-fruit aromas of strawberry and raspberry with floral hints of rose. The palate is fresh and persistent.