Alta Langa Riserva Rosè Contessa Rosa Brut DOCG 2017 - Fontanafredda

The Contessa Rosa Rosé Riserva, produced by Fontanafredda, is an excellence among Alta Langa DOCG sparkling wines, combining the elegance of Pinot Noir with the freshness of Chardonnay. The winemaking process begins with manual harvesting of the grapes, which are gently pressed after cold maceration, followed by fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature. Part of the Pinot Noir is left to macerate on the skins to enhance its aromatic profile. After fermentation, the wine rests on fine lees until spring, then undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle, enriched by the addition of a very special liqueur d'expédition: a small quantity of Barolo 1967, which gives a unique complexity to the final taste profile enriched and refined by the long rest on the lees for at least 60 months. The delicate pink color with onion reflections heralds an aromatic bouquet reminiscent of orange blossom, pomegranate, chinotto orange, and black plums, complemented by notes of ginger, nutmeg, lavender, basil, and pastry cream. The fine and persistent perlage and well-balanced acidity, with subtle sweetness, conclude with a mineral and savory taste sensation, ending with a citrusy aftertaste. This makes the Contessa Rosa Rosé Riserva an excellent companion for every course, capable of accompanying every moment of the meal with class and personality.

Denomination: Alta Langa DOCG
Vintage: 2017
Dosage: Brut
Grape variety: Pinot Nero
Region: Piemonte (IT), Serralunga d'Alba (CN)
Refinement: 60 months on the lees
Serving temperature: 6/8°C
Alcohol content: 12.5% vol.

The Fontanafredda winery, founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, first King of Italy, for his beloved Rosa Vercellana, has become an icon of Barolo and a model of sustainability and innovation in the Langhe region of Piedmont. Fontanafredda is not just a winery; it is a living legend of Barolo, born from the love between a king and his rose in the pulsating heart of the Piedmontese Langhe. Today, it is a symbol of the Langhe and Italy. With over 120 hectares of organic vineyards, this estate represents a hidden treasure among the hills of Serralunga d'Alba, Barolo, and beyond, where time seems to stand still and nature triumphs in all its splendor. Respect for the land and an ecological approach are central to Fontanafredda's philosophy, which has been practicing organic agriculture since 2015, certified in 2018.