Negroamaro VSQ Traditional Method Rosé Sparkling Wine - Gianfranco Fino

 Gianfranco Fino's VSQ Metodo Tradizionale Rosé represents a refined interpretation of Negroamaro as a sparkling wine, conceived as a tribute to the great rosés of Salento. The project combines Puglia's territorial identity with the technical precision of the classic method, resulting in an elegant and structured wine.

 Type: Quality Sparkling Wine – Traditional Rosé Method
 Origin: Manduria (TA), Puglia – Italy
 Grape varieties: Negroamaro
 Alcohol Content: 12 – 13%
 Format: 75 cl - Magnum with wooden case
 Allergens: Sulphites
 Glass: Flute or glass for Classic Method
 Serving temperature: 10 – 11°C

 Tasting Notes: Appearance: Elegant rosé with fine, persistent perlage. Nose: Complex profile with fruity notes and subtle nuances of evolution. Palate: Structured, harmonious, and highly refined, with a long finish.

 Vinification: After harvesting, the grapes are transported under controlled conditions. In the cellar, they are destemmed, gently pressed, and cold macerated on the skins for approximately 12 hours. Fermentation takes place in French oak barrels. After a brief maturation in wood, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation (tirage) and is aged on the lees for at least 36 months, followed by disgorgement and further bottle aging for approximately 12 months before release.

 Serving suggestions: ideal as an advanced aperitif or paired with fish dishes, shellfish and structured Mediterranean cuisine.

 A wine that synthesises territory, technique, and vision, taking Negroamaro into a new dimension without losing its connection with Salento.

 The Winery: The Gianfranco Fino winery represents one of the most significant examples of contemporary Apulian viticulture, founded on a precise balance between respect for tradition and technical innovation. The project was born with a clear objective: to reclaim and enhance old vineyards, preserving their identity and original characteristics. The vineyards, primarily trained using the Apulian bush vine system, grow on reddish-calcareous-clay soils, in a climate influenced by the Ionian Sea breeze and intense sun exposure. This environment allows for optimal grape ripening, contributing to the wines' aromatic and structural concentration. Agronomic management is extremely rigorous: all work is done manually, and the harvest takes place at dawn, with careful selection of the bunches. The grapes are transported under controlled conditions to preserve their integrity and freshness, and the winemaking process is carried out according to precise parameters, with careful attention to temperature and processing times. Aging generally takes place in French oak barriques for at least nine months, allowing the wines to develop complexity, elegance, and depth. In 2021, the company completed a further evolutionary step with the construction of a new winery and wine resort in the Manduria countryside, designed to offer wine lovers an immersive experience, completely surrounded by vineyards. As also highlighted in the company's technical document, the production approach combines manual grape selection, careful vinification, and lengthy aging (even over 36 months on the lees for some wines), confirming a philosophy focused on absolute quality and the valorization of the territory. The result is a production that stands out for its identity, technical precision, and strong connection to Salento, interpreted in a contemporary way without losing authenticity.