The pleasure of a good rosé is undeniable- fresh, crisp, quenching, all without being frivolous or one-dimensional. At Pico Maccario, the key to achieving a this effect is careful vinegrowing and minimal winery intervention. The Maccario brothers believe that the clean, healthy Barbera fruit should always have the loudest voice in the final wine. To this end, estate fruit is harvested at its optimal level of ripeness between late September and early November. A simple stainless steel vinification with gentle delestage preceeds a 12-day maceration that yields a soft pink hue. This wine is as delicious as it looks.
Tasting Notes
Pale salmon in appearance, Lavignone Rosato is beautiful to look at. It is even better to drink, however, as the nose and palate are met by playful aromas of wild strawberry, watermelon, cranberry, fresh-cut grass, and river stone. A refreshing, but modest, backbone of acidity supports a round mouth-feel and velvety texture. The dry and balanced finish leaves the palate feeling clean and refreshed.
Food Pairing
A good rosé is not just pleasurable, it is versatile too. Lavignone Rosato's bright aromatics and dry finish make it ideally suited to a wide range of dishes that incorporate fresh, in-season ingredients-- particularly fresh vegetables and tomatoes. From a cool salad of farfalle pasta, fava beans, cherry tomatoes and spring onion to salt-baked red snapper with coconut rice to an evening on the back patio, Lavignone Rosato is right at home.