Avanzi Antitesi Rosato 2022

Avanzi Antitesi Rosato 2022 is a characterful Italian rosé that blends innovation with deep respect for its lakeside terroir. Crafted from Groppello Gentile and Barbera in the heart of Lombardy’s Valtènesi area, it offers a rosé style that is both juicy and structured, with unusual aging potential. Named “Antitesi” (Antithesis), this cuvée embodies the estate’s vision of a rosé that goes beyond simple summer refreshment to become a serious, gastronomic wine.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Antitesi Rosato 2022 shows a luminous, pale to medium salmon-pink hue with delicate copper highlights, hinting at both freshness and depth. The nose is refined yet expressive, offering notes of wild strawberries, blood orange and pomegranate, layered with hints of rose petals, Mediterranean herbs and a subtle saline minerality that recalls its proximity to Lake Garda. On the palate, this rosé is immediately juicy and inviting, with vibrant red berry fruit, citrus zest and a touch of white peach. The extended aging on the fine lees (“on the sediment” for 270 nights) gives the wine a graceful softness and a supple, almost creamy texture that beautifully balances its lively acidity. A gentle spice note and a long, savory, mineral finish underline its serious structure and potential. Unlike many rosés that are best drunk right away, Antitesi is built to evolve: it can be enjoyed in its youth for its brightness, but also has the capacity to develop added complexity over the next 2–4 years.

Production
The grapes for Antitesi Rosato 2022 come from vineyards in the Valtènesi zone of Lombardy, an area overlooking Lake Garda known for its mild, ventilated climate and glacially influenced, morainic soils rich in stones and minerals. These conditions favor slow, even ripening and naturally good acidity—ideal for a finely structured rosé. Groppello Gentile and Barbera are harvested at optimal ripeness, typically by careful hand selection to preserve the integrity of the berries. The must is gently pressed with limited skin contact to obtain the desired color and aromatic profile, followed by a controlled, cool fermentation to preserve delicate fruit and floral notes. After fermentation, the wine is left to mature on its lees for an impressive 270 nights, with periodic bâtonnage (lees stirring) to build texture, complexity and longevity before bottling.

Food & Serving
Antitesi Rosato 2022 is a versatile food wine that shines alongside Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Pair it with grilled prawns, seafood risotto, lake fish, tuna tartare or herb-roasted chicken, as well as charcuterie, prosciutto crudo, caprese salad and light pasta dishes with tomatoes or shellfish. It also complements sushi and mildly spiced Asian dishes where freshness and texture are key. Serve chilled at around 10–12 °C (50–54 °F) to highlight its aromatics and balance. While decanting is not essential, a brief 10–15 minutes in the glass allows the wine’s softer, lees-derived nuances to fully open up.

Producer
Avanzi is a family-run estate rooted on the shores of Lake Garda in Lombardy, where it has been cultivating vines and olive trees for generations. The winery is closely associated with the Valtènesi area, known for its distinctive Groppello-based wines and an elegant, mineral-driven style that reflects the lake’s moderating influence. Over time, Avanzi has gained recognition for combining traditional local varieties and know-how with a forward-looking approach to winemaking. Wines like Antitesi Rosato showcase the producer’s ambition to elevate rosé from the region, demonstrating that Valtènesi can deliver rosés with both charm and serious aging potential, further cementing Avanzi’s reputation as a quality benchmark in the area.

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