Type: sparkling Rosé
Location: Bacedasco Basso, municipality of Vernasca (PC), Italy, 200-250 m.a.s.l.
Grape variety: 100% Barbera
Vine training: Guyot and Cordon methods
Soil: calcareous clay
Sunlight: East-West
Harvesting: mechanical
ABV: 11%
Winemaking: destemming, light crushing and soft pressing of the grapes; fermentation low temperature to enhance aromas and fragrances
Refining: in stainless steel and cement tanks for approximately three months; re-fermentation in autoclave at 18°C / 65°F
Color: pale pink, with violet nuances
Aroma: expressions of blackberry, wild berries, cherry and pear
Taste: delicate, fresh, slightly sapid
Pairing: fish starters, savory pies, omelettes, white meat
Perfect as an aperitif
Best served at: 12-14°C / 54-57°F