Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo 2019 - Cantina San Zefferino

Type: Cerasuolo Alcohol content: 12.50% vol Grape variety: Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Harvest: Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is produced not only in the red variety, but also in the rosé wine variety known as Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo, whose harvest takes place in the first ten days of October this particular type is obtained from the white vinification of red grapes. Vinification: soft pressing of the grapes, cryomaceration, light pressing, fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature. Refinement, maturation and evolution in concrete tanks. Selection of the best batches for bottling. Organoleptic characteristics: the wine has a cherry pink color, which can be more or less charged to the point of being even brilliant.This is strictly connected to the production techniques, which involve maceration of the skins on the must for several hours in this way different intensities are obtained. and shades of color. The smell of Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo is pleasant, fine, just hinted at the vinous accent and with notes that recall a fruity bouquet, the flavor is soft, harmonious and delicate, with a fine almond aftertaste. Slightly acidic compared to the other rosés, well balanced, with a good alcohol content, Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo is a DOC wine. Serving temperature: 12 ° - 14 ° Pairing: perfect to accompany appetizers and fish soups, pasta dishes, delicate cheeses, light puerchè roasts, this wine is also perfect with non-demanding dishes such as pizza. Its fresh flavor makes it versatile and can be combined with numerous dishes, which is why it is also favored with an aperitif.