Description
The Castelli Romani (or “Roman Castles”) are a group of villages spread south-east of Rome in an ancient volcanic area (the two local lakes, Nemi and Albano, are actually two craters).
Starting from the ancient Roman era, it was an area frequented by the noblemen of Rome for its fresher climate during summer: the tradition was followed by the Popes which still have their summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, on the Lake Albano.
The volcanic soil, the southern sea breeze and the shelter provided by the Apennines mountains had created an outstanding wine-producing area with a millennial tradition.
The small Agricola Le Rose was created in 2003 by Aldo Piccarreta under the guidance of famed winemaker Luca D’Attoma.
Since the beginning, for Aldo the paramount principle was to safeguarding this corner of paradise.
This concept is behind every decision in the farm: from the organic certification, to the photovoltaic panels to make the winery self-sustainable, to the choice of using seaweed and wild nettles instead of copper and sulphur for weeds control.
Yields are kept well below the limits to focus on quality; while the labels are original drawings made by Aldo’s wife when she was a teenager
100% Cesanese grapes hand-harvested from vineyards of different ages: to create a unique, fresh and rich wine.
After soft pressing and cold fermentation, the wine remains for four months in concrete vats, four in large oak barrels and another four in bottles for refinement.
The result is an aromatic wine, with delicate tannins and lovely aromas of violet, black cherry, eucalyptus and maraschino.
Drink not too warm within 10 years.
It goes with with white meats as well as creamy pasta dishes
