A Refined Selection of Wines with a Feminine Soul, Perfect for Toasting Women’s Day.
Etna DOC Rosato 2023 Benanti
The Etna DOC Rosato by Benanti, crafted from Nerello Mascalese, an indigenous variety of Etna, presents an enchanting antique rose hue. The nose is intense, delicate, floral, with notes of broom, and fruity, with hints of blackberries and cherries. On the palate, it is dry, fresh, sapid, mineral, slightly tannic, and characterized by the aromatic persistence of red fruits. It elegantly accompanies delicate cured meats, fresh cheeses, vegetables, white meats, fish, and crustaceans. The recommended serving temperature is 10-12°C.
RRosé di Rosso Diesel Farm
The RRosé by Diesel Farm enchants with its vivacity and elegant style, imbued with a touch of magic. It offers a versatile profile. This rosé is born from the harmonious union of Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, hand-harvested at the peak of summer and vinified as a white wine. After a gentle pressing and fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the wine matures for six months, preserving its brightness and fruity character.
Brilliant, modern, with a pale rose gold color, this rosé has an intense and enveloping aroma of fresh red fruits, characterized by a crisp, silky, and dry mineral note. Its lively taste makes it perfect for moments of conviviality, ideal for accompanying unforgettable sunsets, elegant aperitifs, carefree outings, or simply an open-air picnic, conveying an air of lightness and joy. It is recommended to serve at a temperature of 5°C in long-stemmed glasses.
Ribolla Gialla DOC Collio Gradis’ciutta
Crafted from 100% Ribolla Gialla grapes, perhaps the oldest variety of Collio, this wine presents a beautiful pale straw yellow hue, with a very fresh and immediate nose. On the palate, the typical varietal aromas of citrus and green apple are recognized, with hints of tea leaf and wisteria in the background. The entry on the palate is beautiful, with a linear and juicy progression, the finish recalling the decisive and mineral notes of lemon.
A wine with intense flavors, typical of hillside vineyards on marl and sandstone, and good sun exposure. It can be enjoyed with grilled or stewed fish dishes, as well as creamy soups, such as with asparagus and mushrooms. Excellent pairing with white meats and light poultry. Serve chilled, around 8-10°C, to fully capture its fragrance.
Prosecco DOC Rosé Treviso Millesimato Brut La Farra
Characterized by a bright pink color and fine, persistent perlage, the Prosecco DOC Rosé by La Farra is a romantic note to celebrate Women’s Day. Its fruity aroma, with hints of apple and blackberry, and slight notes of wild strawberries and raspberries, anticipates a dry and balanced, pleasantly sapid taste. It is excellent as an aperitif, throughout a meal with Italian cuisine’s first courses, fish main courses, fresh cheeses, and cured meats. A surprising accompaniment for international cuisine’s most representative dishes. It is recommended to serve at a temperature of 8°C.
Critone IGT Calabria Librandii
To celebrate women, Librandi proposes its Critone Calabria IGT. A white wine of great personality and freshness, a result of international grapes, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, cultivated in Calabrian soil. Two varieties perfectly acclimated to the Librandi estates, contributing to the production of a fresh and sapid wine, yet deep and persistent. Very complex on the nose, with delicate fruity hints of melon, yellow peach, and pineapple, and vegetal and citrus notes. It pairs wonderfully with aperitifs and seafood appetizers, delicate fish-based first courses, and baked fish main courses.
Rosato IGT 2024 Pighin
With a cherry pink color, the Rosato IGT by Pighin initially presents fine and delicate hints of raspberry, cherry, and wild strawberries, which soon evolve into straightforward and pleasant aromas of watermelon, pomegranate, and blood orange. The floral bouquet is rich and pleasant: cyclamen, peony, geranium, and lilac. The slightly spicy hint of pink pepper joins a sensation of subtle and fragrant sweetness, enriched by aromas of aromatic herbs, thyme, and mint, and a diffused scent of iodized minerality that intoxicates and conquers.
The sip is captivating, highlighting vibrant notes of acidity and sapidity, immediately balanced by a soft and mineral vein. Long persistence, good structure, pleasant fruity return, fantastic sensation of freshness and vitality that persists and gratifies the palate. It is recommended to accompany with seasonal soups, white meats, boiled meats, and fish-based dishes, including raw fish. The ideal serving temperature is 11-12°C, to be enjoyed when freshly opened.
Barbera d’Alba Superiore DOC 2022 Saffirio
Crafted from 100% Barbera grapes cultivated in the municipality of Roddino, the Barbera d’Alba Superiore DOC by Saffirio reflects the extraordinary richness of the Langhe terroir. The vineyard’s roots delve into a complex soil, characterized by alternating layers of clay and the presence of the prestigious Sant’Agata fossil marls (18-20%), which confer structure and elegance to the wine.
The hand-harvested grapes are fully destemmed and subjected to a soft pressing, followed by an alcoholic fermentation of about nine days at a controlled temperature. Aging occurs in oak barrels, then continues in concrete tanks, ensuring a perfect balance between freshness and complexity. Its structure and typical Barbera organoleptic characteristics make it ideal for pairing with robust first courses, stuffed fresh pasta, and white meats. Recommended serving temperature: 16-18°C.
Rosso di Montepulciano Talosa
Talosa’s company logo, a rose, symbol of beauty and passion, recalls feminine strength and elegance, making the Rosso di Montepulciano a perfect tribute to Women’s Day. An intense and elegant ruby red wine, presenting aromas of cherries and violets on the nose. On the palate, it is warm and mineral, supported by good tannins and a complex and persistent structure. The ideal pairing is with cured meats and typical Tuscan dishes, crostini, and semi-aged cheeses.
Bianco Pomice Tenuta di Castellaro
Bianco Pomice is characterized by an aroma and elegance traversed by a subtle but perceptible and tasty saline texture that makes it unique. A balanced wine born from a combination of two very different varieties, which marry perfectly and complement each other, enhanced by Lipari’s volcanic soil. The inebriating aromas of Malvasia delle Lipari naturally blend with the fresh mineral caress of Carricante, to create a taste where the concept of balance becomes the archetype of a complex Aeolian elegance. A wine that is both vertical and Mediterranean, unique to itself, perfect for the day that celebrates women.
Ribolla Gialla Collio DOC Tenuta Stella
Produced from 100% Ribolla Gialla grapes, the Collio DOC by Tenuta Stella is a wine with a golden yellow color with bright reflections. The aroma is initially characterized by delicate floral and fruity notes, of apple and peach, closing with spicy hints of vanilla, licorice, and saffron. On the palate, the variety’s acidity stands out. It begins with a clear sensation of freshness, combined with a slight note of tartness typical of this variety, and closes leaving the mouth dry and well-cleaned. It is certainly a wine of structure and great personality, like this borderland.
Excellent served with first courses or grilled fish, crustaceans including red prawns with chickpea puree, and slightly smoked D’Osvaldo prosciutto. It pairs very well with aged cheeses, preferably goat’s milk. Finally, excellent with legume soups both in winter and summer. The ideal serving temperature is 10-12°C.
Chardonnay Tre Venezie IGT Tenute Tomasella
For Women’s Day, Tenute Tomasella proposes its Chardonnay Tre Venezie IGT. It presents with the characteristic straw yellow color and its fine, persistent floral aroma, with notes of melon, citrus, and apple pie. With a minerality typical of the terroir, the flavor is harmonious, fresh, with marked sapidity and notes of acacia honey. It pairs excellently with light first courses, risottos, white meats, and baked fish. It is recommended to serve at a temperature of 10-12°C.
Franciacorta Rosé Extra Brut Millesimato Terre d’Aenòr
The Rosé Terre d’Aenòr embodies an almost mythological aura: muscular and structured, it greets the palate and nose with notes of fruit and tobacco. The nose is particularly inviting, fresh and delicate at the onset, with wild strawberries, yellow peach, and macerated flowers, strengthening progressively, veering towards ginger gelée, ripe apricot, and rose infusion. Time accentuates toasted aromas of ash and coffee powder. The palate expresses notable differences, the gentleness perceived on the nose transforms into strength, the sip propelled by pronounced freshness and excellent creaminess of the effervescence, revealing a finish of fruit candies and sweet liqueurs.
This wine excels with seafood cuisine in general, with a predilection for crustaceans and crudités, utilizing simple seasonings to highlight its pure characteristics, such as raw scampi or prawns. For more complex dishes, fish and mollusk soups, like octopus alla luciana or moscardini soup, are ideal. A larger-than-average glass will aid in expressing its full potential at a serving temperature of 8-9°C.
Le Fornaci Lugana DOC Tommasi Family Estates
From the historic Lugana region, on the southern shores of Lake Garda, this intense and harmonious wine is born, exhibiting floral and citrus aromas reminiscent of lakeside strolls.
Intense and brilliant yellow in color, the nose is fruity and fragrant, with notes of tropical fruit and grapefruit. The palate is dry and harmonious, presenting an elegant gustatory freshness. It is intense and persistent in the sapid, mineral finish, with the typical almond note. Ideal as an aperitif, with appetizers and finger foods, it enhances lake and sea fish preparations. Excellent with savory first courses, risottos, delicate meats, and fresh cheeses. The recommended serving temperature is 10-12°C.
Ventiventi Rosé Lambrusco di Modena DOC Spumante Brut Metodo Classico
With its typical pale pink hue, the Rosé from Ventiventi winery offers a bouquet rich in refined varietal aromas of red fruits and rose petals, typical of the grape variety, accompanied by a delicate complexity originating from the sparkling winemaking process. It is characterized by saline hints, floral notes, and a subtle scent of toasted barley, alongside notes of hazelnut and dried fruit. The palate is enveloping and flavorful, with an incisive minerality balanced by a soft creaminess. The fine and persistent perlage enhances the typical Sorbara freshness. It is ideal for serving with delicate dishes and seafood cuisine, pairing perfectly with raw preparations and local dishes. The recommended serving temperature is 10-12°C.