D'Addario Negroamaro Rosè Casale Ciliani 2021

D'Addario Negroamaro Rosè Casale Ciliani 2021 is a vibrant Apulian rosé that captures the sun-drenched character of Southern Italy in a beautifully poised, dry style. Crafted from 100% Negroamaro, it combines Mediterranean ripeness with refreshing coastal freshness, making it as food-friendly as it is approachable. This cuvée highlights the Casale Ciliani vineyard, where the D'Addario family has been refining their expression of Negroamaro to showcase the grape’s more elegant, aromatic side.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this rosé shows a luminous pale cherry to onion-skin pink hue, with brilliant reflections that hint at its lively acidity. The nose opens with fresh red berries—think wild strawberries and pomegranate—layered with notes of blood orange zest, rose petals, and a subtle hint of Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, it is dry, crisp, and delicately textured, offering flavors of raspberry, cherry, and red currant alongside a savory, slightly saline edge typical of coastal Apulia. The mid-palate is rounded yet refreshing, supported by clean acidity and a faint, appetizing bitterness from the Negroamaro that adds complexity to the finish. This vintage is designed to be enjoyed in its youth for maximum vibrancy and aromatic lift, ideally within 2–3 years of the harvest.

Production
The grapes for D'Addario Negroamaro Rosè Casale Ciliani 2021 come from vineyards in Apulia influenced by warm days, cooling sea breezes, and limestone-rich soils that naturally limit vigor and concentrate flavor. Negroamaro is typically harvested in the cool of early morning to preserve freshness and aromatic intensity, then gently pressed to achieve the delicate rosé color. A short maceration on the skins extracts light color and subtle tannins before the must is fermented at controlled low temperatures in stainless steel tanks, preserving pure fruit character and crisp acidity. The wine is aged briefly on fine lees to enhance texture and aromatic complexity while maintaining a clean, youthful profile.

Food & Serving
This Negroamaro rosé is a versatile partner for Mediterranean cuisine: pair it with grilled prawns, seafood risotto, tuna carpaccio, Caprese salad, or antipasti with olives, cured meats, and fresh cheeses. It also complements lighter pasta dishes, vegetable tarts, and herb-roasted chicken. Serve well-chilled at around 8–10°C (46–50°F) to highlight its freshness and aromatics. Decanting is not necessary; simply open and pour, allowing the wine a few minutes in the glass to fully express its fruit and floral notes.

Producer
D'Addario is a family-driven producer based in Apulia, dedicated to expressing the authentic character of Southern Italy’s indigenous grapes, with Negroamaro at the heart of their work. Over the years, they have earned a reputation in the region for crafting wines that balance tradition with modern precision, focusing on clean, expressive profiles that reflect the local terroir. By carefully managing yields and prioritizing gentle, protective winemaking, D'Addario has contributed to the growing recognition of Apulia as a source of high-quality, terroir-driven wines, particularly in the realm of fresh, gastronomic rosés like Casale Ciliani.

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