Rosé Carpenè is born from two grape varieties grown in the area of the river Piave cherished by the Carpenè family: Pinot Nero and Raboso, indicated by Antonio Carpenè as a noble and important grape variety of the area of Treviso, already in 1881. A sparkling version of Raboso did not exist.
Grape blend: 85% Pinot Noir 15% Raboso.
Origin and soil: Pinot Noir - French clone, grown between the rivers Piave and Livenza on a clayey soil streaked with Caranto, an active limestone which adds floral scents and sapidity. Raboso - grown along the river Piave, on a stony and alluvial soil.
Sparkling process: Charmat Method.
Colour: purple, with crimson nuances.
Bouquet: floral, with aromas of delicate and intense wild berry and marasca cherry.
Taste: full, savoury and round.
Perlage: fine, elegant and persisting.
Alcoholic content: about 12% ABV.
Serving suggestions: with fish risotto, baked salmon, eel, creamed cod, veal, poultry and rabbit. Excellent with sheep and goat cheese.
Recommended serving temperature: 8-10° C. Serve in a tulip glass. A noble and complex wine dedicated to high altitude tasters.
