Lazio IGP Rosé Donnaluce 2024 Poggio Le Volpi

What kind of wine is it

Donnaluce Rosato by Poggio le Volpi is an elegant wine from Lazio crafted from an intriguing blend of Merlot and Nero Buono. This rosé stands out for its clean aromatic profile and notable freshness on the palate, inviting easy drinking. Winemaking aims to keep the varietal character intact, with a careful cellar process that uses stainless steel to preserve the clarity of flavors and shape a balanced structure.

Where it comes from

This wine is born from estate vineyards in the heart of Lazio, where the vines sink their roots into medium-textured soils particularly rich in trace elements. These soil features lend the wine its typical sapidity and a pleasing, easy flow. Poggio le Volpi directly manages every farming stage and ensures harvest at the perfect degree of phenolic ripeness. The wine’s name is a clear tribute to femininity and to the women who have quietly safeguarded the agricultural land over time.

How it’s made

Vinification begins with a brief skin contact, followed by drawing off the must using the saignée method, crucial for defining color and aromatic intensity. The subsequent low-temperature fermentation plays a decisive role in retaining aromatic precision and vibrancy on the palate. Finally, the wine rests in steel for at least three months of aging on the lees, a period needed to deliver stability, balance, and a seamless continuity of expression.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it shows an alluring pale, luminous pink. The aromatic spectrum opens with intense notes of peach and Annurca apple, enriched by hints of wild strawberry, rose petals, and a delicate herbal undertone. On the palate, a linear progression emerges, marked by softness, pronounced salinity, and enveloping freshness. The sip closes with a long, fruity finish that faithfully echoes the nose and leaves the palate feeling clean.

Food pairing

The versatility of this rosé makes it an ideal partner for seafood preparations such as raw prawns, spaghetti with clams and bottarga, or Asian cuisine, including sushi and spicy Asian dishes. It suits straightforward Mediterranean flavors perfectly and pairs impeccably with classic spaghetti with Pachino cherry tomatoes and basil. Looking to Lazio tradition, it marries beautifully with fried courgette blossoms in batter, where the wine’s saline component balances the richness of the dish.

When to serve it

Conceived for convivial sharing, it shines when you’re after a satisfying, carefree glass without sacrificing well-defined aromas. Thanks to its informal yet polished soul, it’s the right choice both for a moment of relaxation and for a seafood dinner. To fully enjoy its palate-cleansing clarity and the vibrancy of its fruit, serve it well chilled so the right temperature enhances every single aromatic nuance.