Rivera 'Pungirosa' Bombino Nero Rose 2024 Puglia, Italy

From the historic Rivera estate in central Puglia, Pungirosa showcases the unique qualities of Bombino Nero, an indigenous grape that holds Italy's only DOCG designation dedicated solely to rosé wine. Founded in the 1940s by Sebastiano de Corato, Rivera has been the driving force behind Puglia's winemaking renaissance, now led by the third generation with uncompromising dedication to quality and sustainability.

Tasting Notes

Pale pink with a vibrant hue, this elegant rosé displays enchanting aromas of parma violets, citrus, red berry fruits, and a distinctive hint of sage. On the palate, it reveals wild strawberries, ripe pear, yellow flowers, and grapefruit, supported by a fresh minerality from the Murgia hills' rocky soils. The wine shows delicate fruit texture with lively acidity and fine tannins, culminating in a persistent, mineral-edged finish that demonstrates remarkable freshness and elegance.

Pairs With

Seafood starters, grilled shrimp, seafood pasta, fresh oysters, goat cheese, vegetable antipasti, Mediterranean cuisine

Ratings

94/100 Falstaff (2021), 92/100 Falstaff (2022)