Oltrenero Cruase Rosè Brut

Oltrenero Cruasè Rosè Brut from Tenuta Il Bosco is a refined sparkling rosé that captures the true soul of Pinot Nero from Lombardy. Crafted using traditional methods and aged on the lees for two years, it offers a vibrant, food-friendly style with real depth and character. The term “Cruasè” is a hallmark of Oltrepò Pavese rosé sparkling wines, underlining this cuvée’s strong regional identity and historic link to Italy’s classic-method Pinot Nero tradition.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this NV rosé shows a delicate, luminous pink hue with fine, persistent bubbles that form a graceful, long-lasting mousse. On the nose, it opens with vivid notes of wild raspberry and redcurrant, joined by hints of strawberry, rose petals and a subtle, bready undertone from its extended lees aging. The palate is dry, crisp and lively, with red berry fruit – especially raspberry – taking center stage against a backdrop of citrus zest and mineral freshness. The two years on the lees add creaminess and a gentle autolytic complexity, giving touches of brioche and almond that round out the bright, linear structure. The finish is clean and refreshing, with a mouthwatering acidity that invites another sip. While designed to be enjoyed now for its energy and purity, this sparkling rosé has the structure to evolve gracefully for a few more years, gaining additional complexity and softness over time.

Production
Sourced from Pinot Nero vines in Lombardy’s Oltrepò Pavese area, Oltrenero Cruasè Rosè Brut is shaped by a mix of hillside vineyards with calcareous and clay-rich soils, which help preserve freshness and aromatic intensity. Grapes are carefully harvested at optimal ripeness, often by hand, to ensure only healthy, well-balanced clusters are selected. Vinification in rosa – with a short, controlled maceration on the skins – gently draws out the delicate pink color and raspberry-driven aromatics without excess tannin. The base wine is then refermented in bottle following the traditional method, and the wine rests on its lees for around 24 months, building texture, finesse and complexity before disgorgement and final bottling.

Food & Serving
This elegant rosé brut is a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with charcuterie, salmon carpaccio, tuna tartare, sushi, and shellfish such as prawns or scallops. It also complements light pasta dishes, vegetable tempura, soft cheeses and refined appetizers, making it ideal as both an aperitif and a food wine. Serve well-chilled at around 6–8°C (43–46°F) to highlight its freshness and fine bubbles. A short, gentle aeration in the glass is sufficient; decanting is not necessary, but opening the bottle a few minutes before serving will allow the aromas to fully express themselves.

Producer
Tenuta Il Bosco is a historic estate in the heart of Oltrepò Pavese, one of Italy’s most important regions for Pinot Nero and traditional-method sparkling wines. Over the years, the estate has become a benchmark for elegant, terroir-driven expressions of Pinot Nero in both still and sparkling form. By combining meticulous vineyard work with a strong focus on classic-method production, Tenuta Il Bosco has helped elevate the reputation of Oltrepò Pavese on the international stage. Its Oltrenero range, including the Cruasè Rosè Brut, showcases the estate’s expertise in crafting refined, age-worthy sparkling wines that remain true to their Lombard origins.

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