Cirò DOC Rosato Tenuta Iuzzolini

Cirò DOC Rosato Tenuta Iuzzolini is an exceptional rosé wine made from the Gaglioppo grape, originating from the picturesque region of Calabria, specifically from the Timpa Bianca area in Cirò Marina. This wine stands out with its salmon pink color and delicate cherry reflections that entice you to taste. The aroma is gentle and floral, with a hint of spice, creating a harmonious and pleasant aromatic palette. With an alcohol content of 13%, this wine is an ideal choice for lovers of light and refreshing wines. Hand harvesting of the grapes takes place in the first week of October, ensuring high quality raw materials. After destemming and gentle pressing, the wine is fermented at a controlled temperature, which contributes to its unique flavor. It matures in steel and is then refined for one month in the bottle, giving the wine its characteristic softness. It pairs wonderfully with fish dishes, white meats, and creamy cheeses, making it a versatile wine for various occasions. The recommended serving temperature is 8-10 °C, ensuring optimal enjoyment of all its flavors and aromas.

• Type:  Rosé.

• Grape variety:  Gaglioppo.

• Production area:  Calabria, eastern province of Crotone, in Cirò Marina in the "Timpa Bianca" area.

• Soil:  white clay.

• Altitude:  from 50 to 100 meters above sea level

• Training system:  espalier with a vine density of 5600 plants per hectare.

• Climate:  Mediterranean with mild winters and hot dry summers.

• Harvest:  handpicked in the first week of October.

• Yield per hectare:  60-70 quintals.

• Vinification:  destemming, gentle pressing, yield of 60% free-flowing must from the grapes with subsequent fermentation at a controlled temperature.

• Maturation:  in steel.

• Refinement:  one month in the bottle at a controlled temperature.

• Tasting:  Color  – salmon pink with cherry reflections. Aroma  – delicate, floral with hints of flowers and spice. Taste  - soft and harmonious.

• Alcohol content:  13% vol.

• Food pairing:  goes well with fish dishes, white meat, and creamy cheeses.

• Serving temperature:  8-10 °C