The Rosè Rivera Castel del Monte is the wine most characteristic of this D.O.C. zone. Its unique qualities come from the bombino nero grape, grown only in this geographical area.

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GROWING AREA
Communes of Andria and Corato, in the Castel del Monte D.O.C. area.

GRAPE VARIETIES
100% Bombino Nero. Although not suitable for producing a full red wine because its thin skin is not suited to maceration and because of its low content of colour compounds, its high juice content makes it perfect for rosé production. Simple draining of the crushed grapes, with no pressing, yields 60-63% free-run must.

VINEYARDS
Old head-trained and vertical-trellised vineyards planted at altitudes of 250-300 metres in the hills surrounding Castel del Monte, which yield an average 90-11 q/ha of grapes.

VINIFICATION
The grapes are picked in late September. After the must is given some 18 hours' skin contact in stainless-steel tanks, the free-run juice is drained off without pressing, and the fermentation continues for 10 days at 18-20°C.

MATURATION
The wine is ready for release 6-7 months after harvest.

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 11.5%; total acidity 5.80 g/l; pH 3.25; residual sugar 1.5 g/l; total S0₂ 85 mg/l.

TASTING NOTES
Light ruby red with purplish highlights; rich, fruity aromas with nuances of strawberry and cherry; crisp, refreshing on the palate, with rich fruit and a pleasant acidity; lengthy finish, crisp and clean.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Perfect with all dishes of Mediterranean cuisine. Serve at 10°-12° C.