Calalenta Rosé

The Calalenta Rosé tastes fresh, fruity, and dry. In the glass, it shows a delicate light pink. The bouquet is reminiscent of strawberry and watermelon, with a hint of rose blossom.

On the palate, the rosé feels refreshing and slightly mineral. It is vinified dry and has some substance at 13% vol. Aging in steel tanks keeps the fruit clear and the profile clean. The finish is long.

The Calalenta Rosé is made from Merlot and comes from Fantini Group Vini in Abruzzo. It carries the DOC designation of origin and is sealed with a glass stopper. Customers praise it as tasty, full-bodied, yet light. Some note that the color is rather light.

The Calalenta Rosé pairs well with light, Mediterranean cuisine. It tastes best with fish, seafood, and sushi. Goat cheese, salads, and antipasti also go well with its freshness. It also works with pasta with a light sauce.

As an aperitif, the Calalenta Rosé kicks off an evening with friends. It accompanies summery evenings on the terrace and an uncomplicated lunch. It also goes well with grilled vegetables. During asparagus season, it is an option for the table.

Serve the Calalenta Rosé at 8 to 10 °C. At this temperature, the fruit and the light minerality are best showcased.

These three dry rosé wines are alternatives to the Calalenta Rosé. They differ in origin and grape variety.

• Kaisermantel Rosé trocken from Dr. Köhler is, like the Calalenta, a dry Merlot rosé. It comes from Rheinhessen in Germany.
• Le Morette Bardolino Chiaretto Classico DOC from Valerio Zenato is a dry Italian rosé from Bardolino. It is based on Corvina.
• Argiolas Serra Lori Isola dei Nuraghi Rosato from Argiolas is a dry rosé from Sardinia. It is made from Cannonau and is a good choice if you want to try Italy with a different grape variety.