What kind of wine is Langhe Rosato DOC 'Solerose' 2024 - Fontanafredda?

Langhe Rosato DOC 'Solerose' 2024 - Fontanafredda is an elegant and immediate rosé, born in the hills of the Langhe from the Nebbiolo grape, the great protagonist of this land. It positions itself perfectly between a white wine and a red wine: it has the freshness and drinkability of the former, but retains the structure and aromatic intensity of the latter. It is designed for those looking for a versatile, genuine, and pleasantly summery wine, ideal for accompanying moments of conviviality and lightness.

Vintage Details

2024 in the Langhe was characterized by a balanced climate, with a regular spring and a mild and dry summer. These conditions favored perfect ripening of the Nebbiolo grapes, ensuring a contained yield and excellent quality, with berries rich in fruity aromas and vibrant acidity. The result is a rosé with a fresh and immediate profile, yet precise in its sensory details.

Vinification and Aging

The Langhe Rosato DOC 'Solerose' 2024 - Fontanafredda is born from careful vinification that involves a brief maceration in contact with the Nebbiolo skins, sufficient to extract the delicate pink color and the finest aromatic nuances. The wine then ages for about 3 months on its noble lees, a technique that enriches its body and improves its complexity without making it heavy on the palate. The result is a perfect balance between freshness, aroma, and a pleasant softness on the palate.

Tasting Notes

Color

Visually, it presents a pale and luminous pink, with coppery reflections reminiscent of summer sunsets in the Piedmontese hills. A visual invitation to lightness and freshness.

Nose

The bouquet is immediate and fragrant: notes of wild strawberries, pink grapefruit, and pomegranate stand out, with delicate floral hints of rose and citrus zest. A clean and captivating aroma, typical of a quality rosé.

Palate

On the palate, it stands out for its vibrant acidity and the sensation of crisp fruit. It is balanced, light but not inconsistent, with a fresh and mineral finish that invites a second sip. An agile rosé, ideal for warm days and for those looking for a wine to drink with pleasure and simplicity.

Food Pairings for Langhe Rosato DOC 'Solerose' 2024 - Fontanafredda

Thanks to its versatility, Langhe Rosato DOC 'Solerose' 2024 - Fontanafredda successfully accompanies a wide range of dishes. Perfect as an aperitif or with a meal, it expresses its best with:

• cold appetizers and summer salads;
• fish dishes, carpaccio, and shellfish;
• delicate cured meats and fresh cheeses;
• Mediterranean dishes, such as pasta with vegetables and light risottos.

It is a convivial rosé, ideal for outdoor lunches or dinners with friends, where a wine capable of pleasing everyone is sought.

Storage and Aging: How to store Langhe Rosato DOC 'Solerose' 2024 - Fontanafredda

Like all fresh and fragrant Piedmontese rosés, the Langhe Rosato DOC 'Solerose' 2024 - Fontanafredda is best enjoyed within 1-2 years of the harvest. It is advisable to store it in a cool, dark place with a constant temperature between 12 and 16°C, preferably horizontally if the bottle is sealed with a cork stopper.

Young consumption enhances all its aromatic energy and pleasant drinkability, maintaining that sensation of freshness that makes it an ideal companion for the warm season.