Prosecco Rosé: Between Success and Controversy
After several years of research and experimentation, the official announcement has come: Prosecco Rosé wine is born. This fresh novelty fits into a very broad and diverse production landscape, accumulating contrasting opinions and heated debates.
On the one hand, purists and traditionalists are protesting, convinced of the strength of their ancient traditions, and viewing this news as a pure marketing strategy and an attempt to devalue an area that has already been badly treated and which is damaging the traditional rural spirit. In addition, the choice of the international Pinot Noir grape as part of the final blend in place of the indigenous Raboso grape has also provoked a great deal of controversy, reinforcing the idea of a product created exclusively for the market and neglecting its typical territorial character.
However, on the other side of the ring, the Consortium, backed by its international reputation and the worldwide success of its products, asserts that the specifications simply regulated an existing demand. In fact, before being included in the DOC, sparkling rosé wine from the Veneto region already existed and was exported in huge quantities to Anglo-Saxon markets where, as sales figures show, it won over a very large number of consumers. As a result, Prosecco Rosé, by virtue of the fact that it is a more economically viable bubbly than French Champagne and has a simple and easy profile, has penetrated a market that is expanding rapidly and has already taken off, while also exploring new gastronomic possibilities.
The Production Regulations
Alongside the historic rosé production of Bardolino Chiaretto, which was one of the first Italian DOC wines, the wines from the Veneto region have expanded their offering by adding Prosecco Rosé. This trendy sparkling wine intends to achieve the success of its father, the Prosecco.
On the 28th of October 2020, through a publication in the Official Gazette, it obtained the recognition of DOC, which had been approved by the Consortium a year earlier. The specifications require the use of Pinot Noir grapes vinified in red at a level of 10-15% while the remaining part is made up of Glera grapes. Production is planned in 9 provinces, located between the regions of Veneto and Friuli, within the area bordered to the north by the Dolomite mountains and to the south by the final northern shores of the Adriatic Sea. Production methods involve refermentation in autoclaves according to the Charmat or Martinotti method for a minimum of 60 days. The wine must be referred to as vintage (or 'Millesimato') when at least 85% of the grapes come from the same year of harvest.
Profile and Pairings
It has a very soft and delicate rosé colour and is characterised by a long, fine perlage. On the nose the classic notes of Prosecco emerge, such as green apple, citrus fruits, mineral hints and aromatic herbs. These are followed by the nuances of the red grape, such as notes of red berry fruit, small berries, red wild flower petals, pomegranate, rosebuds and a slight hint of pink pepper. The taste is satisfying, light and welcoming, with great freshness and simplicity, and a lively, caressing bubble that immediately calls for another sip. The body is sleek, creamy and subtle, making it perfect for pairing with a variety of different dishes.
It is perfect as an aperitif or as a drink before dinner, complementing simple finger-food dishes, snacks, savouries and fried food very well. It has great gastronomic versatility and also pairs perfectly with more important dishes, such as seafood including tartare, prawns, seafood salads, seafood risotto, pasta allo scoglio and grilled fish. Another interesting pairing is with light white meats, red meat tartare or roast beef.
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