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RoséBasilicataIGP

Pipoli Rosato Basilicata IGP

by Vigneti del Vulture · Basilicata, Italy

Appellation
BasilicataIGP
Type
Rosé
Grapes
Aglianico
Vineyard
Low-trained vineyards on the volcanic slopes of Mount Vulture in Acerenza, Potenza
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Vigneti Del Vulture · Pipoli
Vigneti del VultureBasilicata, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The low-trained vineyards lie on the volcanic slopes of Mount Vulture in Acerenza, Potenza, at elevations reaching 800 metres. The high altitude creates a long, slow growing season and places Vulture among Italy’s latest-harvested areas. Late-ripening varieties such as Aglianico are suited to the site’s poor volcanic soils.

Grapes

Aglianico.

Vinification

The grapes pass directly to the press, where gentle, low-pressure pressing yields free-run must. Fermentation proceeds at 10°C.

Ageing

The wine matures in stainless steel on its fine lees.

Tasting profile

Bright, pale pink. The distinctly fruity bouquet is led by wild strawberry and raspberry, with subtler cherry and pomegranate notes. Fresh acidity balances the palate, which closes with a pleasant savoury quality.

Serving and pairing

Serve at 12–14°C. Versatile across a meal, particularly with hot or cold seafood starters, raw fish—especially shellfish—and vegetable-based first courses.