Flor Itura Rosado - Valdecuevas

In the glass, Flor Itura Rosado from the Castilla y León wine-growing region offers a bright strawberry-pink color. This varietal Spanish wine displays wonderfully expressive notes of blackcurrants, rose perfume, mulberries and morello cherries in the glass. Added to this are hints of lovage, juniper and green bell pepper.

This rosé from Valdecuevas is the right choice for all wine lovers who prefer as little residual sweetness in wine as possible. At the same time, it never comes across as meager or austere, but rather round and supple. On the palate, the texture of this well-balanced rosé wine is wonderfully silky. Thanks to its lively acidity, Flor Itura Rosado appears delightfully fresh and vibrant on the palate. On the finish, this age-worthy rosé wine from the Castilla y León wine-growing region ultimately delights with good length. Once again, nuances of blackberry and lilac appear.

Vinification of Flor Itura Rosado by Valdecuevas

This balanced rosé wine from Spain is vinified from the Tempranillo grape variety. At optimal ripeness, the grapes for Flor Itura Rosado are harvested exclusively by hand, without the help of coarse, less selective machines. After the harvest, the grapes are quickly brought to the winery. There they are selected and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, Flor Itura Rosado can continue to harmonize on the fine lees for a few months.

Food recommendation for Flor Itura Rosado by Valdecuevas

This Spanish rosé wine is best enjoyed moderately chilled at 11 - 13°C. It is a perfect companion to lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs, stuffed bell peppers or fried calf’s liver with apples, onions and balsamic sauce.

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