Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling Rose
Producer:
 
Ca Del Bosco
Label Name:
 
Annamaria Clementi Rose
Vintage:
 
2015
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Franciacorta, Lombardy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Method:
 
Metodo Classico with saignée maceration (few hours) of Pinot Noir; fermentation ~8 months in small oak barrels, secondary bottle fermentation and ~8 years sur lies; Extra Brut dosage.
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10
Tasting Note:
 
Intense salmon-pink with a very fine perlage. Aromas of wild strawberry, cherry compote, blood orange, brioche and toasted hazelnut with saline-mineral accents. Concentrated yet precise on palate, vibrant acidity, creamy texture and a long, savory finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: caviar, smoked salmon, lobster, grilled salmon, roast chicken, creamy cheeses. Asian: sushi/sashimi, tempura, spicy Thai salads, Chinese dim sum, grilled miso-glazed black cod.
Vineyard Info:
 
Ca' del Bosco (founded by Annamaria Clementi, led by Maurizio Zanella) in Erbusco, Franciacorta. Renowned producer of high-end Franciacorta using certified organic vineyards and meticulous, cellar-controlled winemaking.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Notable praise: James Suckling 95/100 (2015). Widely praised by Wine Enthusiast, Vinous, Wine Spectator and Luca Gardini; other vintages have earned top scores (e. g. , Wine Enthusiast 97 for 2011)