NV Poggio Costa DOC Prosecco Rose

Prosecco Rosé is a modern stricture born from centuries of unofficial tradition. The Italian government finally formalized the DOC in 2020, mandating that local Glera vines share the stage with a precise fraction of Pinot Noir. Poggio Costa navigates these strict parameters with remarkable grace. Their iteration captures the chalky, mist-shrouded terroir of northern Italy without masking it under excessive residual sugar.

It rests in pressurized steel tanks—the Charmat method—just long enough to develop a persistent, delicate perlage. The winemaking team prioritizes a cooler fermentation, preserving the fragile aromatics of the Pinot Noir while maintaining the structural backbone of the Glera. The resulting liquid stands entirely on its own merit. It bridges the crucial gap between austere traditional-method sparklers and heavily fruit-driven modern alternatives.

Nose: Delicate aromas of wild strawberry and crushed white cherry weave through a subtle undercurrent of fresh rose petals. A faint, dusty minerality grounds the fruit, preventing it from reading as overly sweet.

Palate: Bright, tense acidity drives the palate forward. Notes of tart cranberry and underripe raspberry emerge, held firmly together by a tight, frothy mousse. The texture remains remarkably dry, trading typical Prosecco softness for a lean, focused structural tension.

Finish: Clean and snappingly crisp. Lingering traces of red berry skins and a hint of crushed almond fade slowly, leaving the mouth completely refreshed.

This particular sparkling rosé demands dishes that balance salt and fat. It cuts brilliantly through the richness of fried calamari or a classic fritto misto, lifting the palate effectively between bites. Set it against a spicy tuna tartare; the tight bubbles and bright red fruit manage the heat with surprising efficiency. Cured meats, particularly a young prosciutto, will pull forward the subtle berry nuances hidden deep within the glass.