Italian Rosé Wine
Italian rosato (the Italian name for rosé), has only recently exploded in popularity and quality, thanks to remarkable investments and innovations in winemaking. Let’s explore the world of this delicious pink juice, shall we?
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Sommelier's Selection
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Rosé Sicilia DOC
Sicilia
4 retailers
£13.96
3 retailers
Zaccagnini Tralcetto Cerasuolo D'Abruzzo DOC
Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo
3 retailers
£14.50
£18.13
3 retailers
Frescobaldi Alie Rose
Toscana
3 retailers
£14.90
3 retailers
Calafuria Negroamaro Rosato Salento IGT
Salento
3 retailers
£15.00
3 retailers
Feudi di San Gregorio, San Greg, Campania Rosato
Campania
3 retailers
£18.50
2 retailers
Pasqua 11 Minutes Rose
Trevenezie
2 retailers
£9.04
£13.39
2 retailers
Pinot Grigio Rose' Venezie Vigna Mescita IGT
Delle Venezie
2 retailers
£9.07
2 retailers
Castello Banfi Centine
Toscana
2 retailers
£10.60
£11.70
The Taste Landscape
Every circle is an Italian rosé wine appellation, sized by how many wines are available. Hover to explore, tap to see wines.
Grapes Behind Italian Rosé Wine
Cabernet Sauvignon
Blackcurrant
Green pepper
Tobacco
Blackberry
Cabernet Sauvignon is a red grape born in Bordeaux, and it reshaped modern Italian wine. Nearly 14,000 hectares grow across Italy. The plantings are concentrated in Tuscany, Veneto and Sicily. On t...
Found in: Matera, Grottino di Roccanova, Alto Adige/Südtirol, Sicilia
Greco
Sangiovese
Violet
Liquorice
Forest berries
Black cherry
Sangiovese (san-jo-vay-zeh) is the undisputed king of red wines in central Italy. You will find it in almost every part of the country. It has many clones and a surprising range. It can make wines ...
Found in: Matera, Grottino di Roccanova, Chianti, Valtenesi
Greco Nero
Black cherry
Plum
Blackberry
Forest berries
Greco Nero is a red grape from Calabria, Italy's far south. It is a blending grape above all: it brings colour and soft, plummy fruit to Lamezia Rosso DOC and to the reds of Terre di Cosenza DOC. B...
Found in: Lamezia, Verbicaro, Bivongi, Terre di Cosenza
The Culinary Marriage
The Craft of Italian Rosé
Italian rosato has only recently exploded in popularity and quality, thanks to remarkable investments and innovations in winemaking. Italy has a tremendous amount of indigenous grape varieties, many of which are capable of making excellent rosatos.
Because rosatos come in many different styles, it's not going to be hard for you to find something you love. Thanks to more substantial investments in winemaking, Italian rosé has greatly evolved, now being a popular wine choice worldwide.
Common Questions
Bardolino Chiaretto is a great place to start. It is light in body with easy to appreciate aromas. Since Bardolino is often not easy to find outside of Italy, a Pinot Grigio rosé is another great choice thanks to its pale colour and fruity aromas.
While Bardolino Chiaretto has become increasingly popular, in the last few years, Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo and Etna Rosatos have gained a lot of attention. Many wine lovers are now more interested in small production wines with extraordinary character.
Franciacorta rosé. This sparkling rosé is elegant and sought-after. It takes time to produce, as Franciacorta is made using the traditional sparkling method, like Champagne. The time, quality, and attention that goes into making this rosé means it is more expensive than others.
Italian Rosé wine is best served at 8–10°C.
Italian Rosé wine pairs well with Mediterranean salads, grilled fish, light pasta, or as an aperitif. Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo is particularly good with seafood antipasti.
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