Calabria IGT Rosato Terre Lontane 2025 Librandi

What kind of wine it is

Rosato Terre Lontane by Librandi is a rosé wine crafted from Gaglioppo and Cabernet Franc. Made in Calabria, this wine stands out for its fruit-forward profile and a delicate touch of residual sugar that accompanies each sip. The winemaking aims to keep the grapes’ primary features intact, delivering a fresh glass with pronounced aromatic clarity. Its easy-drinking character and balanced drinkability make it suitable for many occasions.

Where it comes from

The vineyards lie in the Strongoli district and the Rocca di Neto–Casanova area, within the Val di Neto territory. The use of local and international varieties highlights the terroir identity with great precision.

How it is made

Harvesting of Gaglioppo and Cabernet Franc takes place during the first week of September. Vinification employs the saignée method, followed by a brief skin maceration in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This process allows extraction of the desired color and aromatic components without weighing the wine down. Maturation continues in the same vessels and ends with a period of bottle rest, preserving the fruit definition.

Tasting notes

In the glass the wine shows a lovely cherry-pink color, shot through with light garnet highlights. The nose opens with clear notes of cherry and pink grapefruit, counterpointed by spicy notes that add depth. On the palate it is fresh and pleasing, supported by a fruit-driven texture consistent with the aromas. The lively acidity is well integrated with the delicate residual sugar, delivering a rounded and highly harmonious finish.

Food pairings

Thanks to its freshness, this rosé naturally accompanies appetizers and cured meats and proves perfect with regional cold cuts such as Soppressata calabrese. Its citrusy profile and discreet spices make it ideal for enhancing seafood dishes, braises and spoonable preparations. It pairs beautifully with a rich zuppa di pesce alla calabrese, where the fruit component balances the dish’s savoriness. The smooth drinkability supports bold flavors without ever overpowering them.

When to serve it

Rosato Terre Lontane is the ideal choice when you’re seeking immediacy of taste and freshness. It works wonderfully for convivial moments and serves as an excellent aperitif or as a pairing for an entire light meal. The technical approach, with passages exclusively in steel and glass, suggests enjoying it in the near term. This window allows you to make the most of its aromatic vibrancy and harmonious profile.