Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOP Fosso Cancelli 2023 Ciavolich

What kind of wine it is

The Fosso Cancelli by Ciavolich is a Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo, a rosé wine made from Montepulciano grapes. It shows a fairly deep red hue, with shades between purple and garnet. Its style is assertive, full and well balanced, with a streak of freshness and salinity. Only a few bottles are produced, numbered on the label.

Where it comes from

The grapes come from Loreto Aprutino, on the hills of Pescara in Abruzzo, at about 250 meters above sea level. The soil is clay mixed with sand and limestone. The vines, trained to the Abruzzese pergola, were planted in 1980.

How it is made

The grapes follow two paths. One part is gently whole-bunch pressed, settled and fermented as a white in small stainless-steel tanks. The other part is destemmed and crushed, and after a brief maceration in concrete the must is run off and ferments in terracotta amphorae. Fermentation is spontaneous, with a pied de cuve made from the same grapes, and takes place in very cool rooms. In late spring the final blend is made and bottling takes place.

Tasting notes

The color is a fairly deep red with purple and garnet highlights. On the nose there are aromas of yellow fruit and citrus, together with more ethereal nuances and notes of herbal essences. On the palate it is assertive, full and balanced, with a streak of freshness and salinity.

Food pairing

Thanks to its structure and freshness it pairs well with charcuterie and cheese appetizers, with flavorful first courses and with rich fish dishes. It also goes with white meats and Abruzzese cuisine.

When to serve it

This is a rosé for convivial meals and for the whole meal, suited to those looking for a wine with character yet freshness. Serve in a generous glass that enhances its aromas. The numbered bottles also make it an interesting gift choice.