In the glass
Aroma: wild strawberry, raspberry, rose petal, fresh almond, white flowers
Palate: red apple, redcurrant, creamy mousse, delicate citrus
Pinot Nero-led Essence Rosé Brut from Antica Fratta. Wild strawberry and rose petal aromatics over a creamy mousse with 30 months on lees.
What it pairs with
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Tartare di salmone
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Raw salmon tartare finds a foil in the wine's wild strawberry and rose petal; high acidity scrubs the marinade. -
Tortelli di zucca
Pumpkin tortelli's sweet umami pairs with the wine's red apple and redcurrant; creamy mousse handles the burnt butter. -
Pollo al curry leggero
Mild curry chicken finds a foil in the wine's red fruit and brut crispness; creamy mousse handles the spice.
History
Pinot Nero-led Rosé extension of Antica Fratta's Essence line. Sits in the cellar's volume tier alongside the Essence Brut and Satèn.
- 1995 — First Essence Rosé release
Facts
- Producer
- Antica Fratta
- Grapes
- Pinot Nero (60%), Chardonnay (40%)
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta Rosé Brut
- Oak
- Stainless steel; minimum 30 months on lees in bottle
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 24 to 38 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-6 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 1995
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Antica Fratta Essence Rosé
What does Antica Fratta Essence Rosé taste like?
Wild strawberry, raspberry, rose petal, fresh almond and white flowers on the nose; red apple, redcurrant, creamy mousse and delicate citrus on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a long finish.
Is Antica Fratta Rosé saigne or assemblage?
Pinot Nero-led with skin-contact saigne for colour; the Chardonnay is white-pressed. Thirty months on lees follow the DOCG Rosé minimum.
When should I drink Essence Rosé?
Drink within 0 to 6 years of disgorgement. Younger releases lead with bright wild strawberry; older releases trade fruit lift for almond depth.