SONTUOSA

NERO DI TROIA ROSATO IGT

SUMPTUOUS (gaping mouth)

CHARACTERISTICS

Nero di Troia, one of the oldest native grape varieties in Puglia, is a true emblem of our region. Thriving in the Tavoliere’s warm, dry climate and fertile, calcareous soils, these grapes yield high-quality wines. To make this Nero di Troia rosato, we hand harvest carefully selected grapes off our organic vines. The wine mesmerizes with its pale pink color and delights the palate with its fresh, harmonious character.

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INSPIRATION

Sontuosa embodies the essence of a premium Rosato, beginning with its name—a nod to elegance and luxury—and crafted to elevate life's most treasured moments.

The label’s artistry harmonizes reliefs and artistic elements, portraying a gender-neutral regal figure with a tear at the mouth, exposing the naked contents of the bottle. This stylistic choice allows for a personal understanding of beauty, 

narrating the story of a wine that surpasses words and classifications. It’s an experience that must be lived, as mere descriptions fall short.

VINIFICATION

Crushing followed by pre-fermentation maceration (approximately 8 hours at 10-12°C)

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1938

COME FOR TASTE STAY FOR THE LIFESTYLE

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1961

A VERY LONG TRADITION OF MAKING WINES

1988

WINNERS FOR THE BEST WINE IN EUROPE, 1988

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1979

ELEGANT WINERY WITH GREAT HISTORY

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1961

COME FOR TASTE STAY FOR THE LIFESTYLE

1979

A VERY LONG TRADITION OF MAKING WINES

1983

WINNERS FOR THE BEST WINE IN EUROPE, 1988

Nero di Troia grapes
PROLONGED MACERATION
Must resting for about 36 hours at 10 °C
Alcoholic fermentation at around 14-16 °C
Aging sur lies in stainless steel silos for approximately 6 months
2 months of bottle aging
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A STORY WE WRITE TOGETHER WITH YOU

Each vintage is like a chapter in an extraordinary and passionate story, where the work in the vineyard, the changing seasons, and the perception of those who taste our wines are the main characters. When we tell the stories of our wines, we do so year by year, with each chapter introduced by a title that captures the essence of that particular vintage. Each story is unique, yet always true to its own identity.

The history of Sontuosa

CHAPTER 1

2023 The Year of Challenge

Vintage 2023
The first buds of Nero di Troia emerged around April 20th
encountering a rather harsh spring. The growth of the buds was slowed down by below-average spring temperatures. The accumulated rainfall during this period, coupled with the rise in temperatures at the end of June, allowed the plants to have a lush, leafy appearance, providing active photosynthesis. Under these conditions, protecting the Nero di Troia from Peronospora (Downy Mildew), a variety particularly sensitive to this disease, was undoubtedly the most complex issue to address. Precision organic viticulture enabled us to bring healthy grapes to the winery. The soil's water reserves facilitated potassium accumulation, leading to an increase in grape pH as they ripened. To avoid a decrease in acidity, the harvest was carried out around the second week of September.
Winemaking
After crushing, a pre-fermentation cryomaceration process is performed for approximately 2 hours at 50-54°F (10-12 °C
This allows the must to acquire the characteristic coral hue of Malbec rosato. As Malbec is a variety rich in anthocyanins, a brief maceration period is adequate to achieve a vibrant and stable pink color. The must is then allowed to settle for about 36 hours at 50°F (10 °C), enabling suspended particles to precipitate. Once racked, the must is initiated into alcoholic fermentation at around 57-61°F (14-16 °C).
Aging
The wine is aged sur lies in stainless steel tanks for about 6 months
During this period, weekly battonage is performed to ensure better protection against oxidation. At the end of the aging process, the wine is bottled and rests for another 2 months before release.
Characteristics
Color: Pale pink.
Aroma: Intense aromas of flowers, citrus fruits, and pomegranate. Palate: Great harmony, with pleasant freshness balanced by the wine's delicate richness.
Pairings
Perfect to enjoy as an aperitif,
it is the ideal pairing for fish dishes and flavors of Mediterranean cuisine.