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In the glass
Aroma: raspberry, Etna cherry, hazelnut, yeast
Palate: red fruit, dog rose, pomegranate, mineral
Dusty rose in colour with continuous perlage; delicate raspberry and cherry on the nose, red fruit and pomegranate on a fine, mineral palate.
What it pairs with
- Tuna tartare The producer's own suggestion; the wine's red fruit and acidity suit raw tuna.More wines for tuna →
- Spaghetti with sea urchin Mineral edge and bubbles match the briny sweetness of the urchin.More wines for pasta, pizza and risotto →
- Pan-fried red mullet Fine mousse cleans the oil while red fruit suits the fish.More wines for fish →
History
Murgo's rosé sparkling is 100% Nerello Mascalese from sandy volcanic soil at 500 metres on Etna, hand-harvested before full ripeness. The producer dates its first production to the 2004 harvest.
- 2004First production of Murgo Brut Rosé (2004 harvest, per the producer)
Facts
- Producer
- Murgo · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Nerello Mascalese (100%)
- Classification
- Spumante VSQ Metodo Classico Brut Rosè
- Oak
- 7 to 8 months in stainless steel, then 30 to 36 months on the lees in bottle
- ABV
- 12.5%
- First vintage
- 2004
Frequently asked about Murgo Brut Rosé
What does Murgo Brut Rosé taste like?
On the nose, raspberry, Etna cherry, hazelnut, yeast. On the palate, red fruit, dog rose, pomegranate, mineral. Dusty rose in colour with continuous perlage; delicate raspberry and cherry on the nose, red fruit and pomegranate on a fine, mineral palate.
What food pairs with Murgo Brut Rosé?
Tuna tartare is a strong match. Other good matches include Spaghetti with sea urchin and Pan-fried red mullet. The producer's own suggestion; the wine's red fruit and acidity suit raw tuna.
What grapes are in Murgo Brut Rosé?
Nerello Mascalese (100%). The wine is classified as Spumante VSQ Metodo Classico Brut Rosè.
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