750ml
Terre di Balbia Gaglioppo Rosato “Ligrezza” Calabria IGT
This rosé wine embodies “cheerfulness” with its fresh, joyful fragrance. Its crisp freshness recalls the bonfires of broom shrubs burned in their villages to celebrate the Immaculate Conception on December 8th. The delicate color, bright taste, and bouquet reveal a variety of regional flavors, making it especially refreshing during the hottest hours.
Varietal: Gaglioppo 100%
Appellation: Calabria IGT
Production Zone: Montino land of Altomonte
Soil: Clay on calcareous substratum
Farming Practice: Sustainable Agriculture
Vinification: It involves a brief maceration, lasting only a few hours, to impart its characteristic color and preserve its fresh, fruity profile.
Maturation: It undergoes a brief maturation process. After vilification, it is typically matured in stainless steel tanks to preserve its fresh and fruity character.
Tasting Note: It offers a vibrant and fresh tasting experience. It presents aromas of ripe red berries, such as strawberries and raspberries, along with floral notes. On the palate, it is lively and refreshing, with a balanced acidity and a hint of minerality, making it an ideal summer wine.
Food Pairing: It pairs well with Parmesan, seafood, salads, grilled chicken, and fresh berries.
Winery Profile
The story of Terre di Balbia began in 2001, developed with the visionary minds of Gianni Venica and Silvio Caputo. Thirteen years later, in 2014, the company went through a transformative change when engineer Giuseppe Chiappetta, along with his brother Nicola and sons Marco and Luca, natives of Cosenza in Calabria, assumed ownership. This shift in leadership marked a new chapter for the company, as the Chiappetta family redefined its future.