Rosé - Burgerhof Meßner

The Rosé - Burgerhof Meßner shimmers in the glass in a delicate salmon pink with fine coppery reflections. The color is reminiscent of the moment just before sunset over the slopes of Trentino-Alto Adige. With the first swirl, a lively scent of fresh strawberries and juicy raspberries rises from the glass. Light citrus notes, especially lemon, join in, lending the wine an animating lightness.

On the nose, the Rosé - Burgerhof Meßner shows a clear, fragrant play of aromas. Ripe wild berries meet delicate white blossoms, with a hint of elderflower flashing up. The picture is completed by the finest nuances of pink grapefruit and a hint of red currant. A subtle mineral undertone recalls cool mountain streams and stony slopes in the Eisack Valley.

On the palate, the wine presents itself dry, light and straightforward. The fresh acidity carries the juicy fruit and provides tension. Strawberry and raspberry are at the forefront, flanked by lemon, grapefruit and a hint of blood orange. The texture feels silky and slender, the body remains elegant and fine. Here the Regent shows its fruity side and brings lively red fruit into the glass.

The tannins play only a very subtle role and seem soft and unobtrusive. This results in a smooth flow across the palate. The well-integrated acidity brings freshness and length without seeming too dominant. On the finish, the red berries reappear, along with fine citrus spice and a faint salty trace that whets the appetite for the next sip.

The style of this Old World rosé appears clear, precise and terroir-driven. The cool nights in the alpine surroundings of Trentino-Alto Adige promote aromatic intensity and freshness. During the day, abundant sunshine ensures fully ripe grapes and dense fruit. Regent as a grape variety brings a lovely depth of color while also being very fruit-driven.

The single-varietal bottling puts full focus on the character of Regent. This grape variety shows its playful side in the Rosé - Burgerhof Meßner. Earthy tones recede, giving way to clarity and berry freshness. The nose is reminiscent of a basket full of red fruits on a cool stone terrace in the mountains.

The strengths of this rosé can be summed up well in a few points.

• Animating freshness with clear citrus notes
• Juicy red berry fruit with strawberry and raspberry
• Light, elegant mouthfeel, ideal for many occasions
• Fine minerality from alpine terroir
• Vegan and from certified organic cultivation

For wine fans who are specifically looking for an Old World rosé, this wine delivers a precise profile.

1. Fruit-driven style with a clear origin in Trentino-Alto Adige
2. Vinified dry, very well structured
3. Light, yet with surprising aromatic depth
4. A very clean, modern interpretation of the Regent grape variety

In the interplay of fruit, acidity, fine spice and mineral character, a rosé emerges that shines both on its own and with food. The light texture is ideal for long evenings outdoors. At the same time, its aromatic depth is convincing during focused tasting.

Production of the Rosé from Burgerhof Meßner

The grapes for this rosé come from the slopes around Brixen in Trentino-Alto Adige. The continental climate here meets alpine influences. Warm days and cool nights lead to intense aromatics and a lively acid structure. The soils are multi-layered, with gravel, sand, moraine debris and weathered rock. This results in fine mineral notes in the wine.

Regent as the sole grape variety receives full attention here. Regent normally brings intense color and powerful fruit. When vinified as a rosé, it yields a surprisingly delicate, playful wine. The grapes ripen at Burgerhof under carefully managed foliage work, so that air and light can act optimally. This increases the aromatic density in the berries.

At harvest time, a selective picking is carried out, preferably in the cooler morning hours. The grapes are brought quickly and gently to the press. There, the cellar master relies on gentle pressing to extract only the fine, clear color and elegant fruit from the skins. A short maceration time on the skins is sufficient to obtain the delicate salmon pink and the desired aromatics.

Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This preserves the fresh berry fruit precisely and purely. Low fermentation temperatures emphasize the fragrance of strawberry, raspberry and white blossom. The estate deliberately forgoes wood for this rosé. The focus is entirely on clarity, freshness and the pure expressive power of Regent.

After fermentation, the wine remains on the fine lees for some time. Regular stirring of the lees to a moderate extent provides a gently creamy note in the mouthfeel. At the same time, the wine retains its taut line and lively acidity. Before bottling, a gentle filtration is carried out. The Stelvin screw cap preserves the freshness consistently over the entire storage period.

Burgerhof places great value on clean craftsmanship and a clear stylistic profile. This rosé shows the estate’s goal very clearly. The origin in alpine Italy is clearly evident, as is the desire for lightness, drinking pleasure and elegance. The vegan vinification and organic farming round off the profile in a contemporary way.

Serving recommendations for the Rosé from Burgerhof Meßner

The rosé from Trentino-Alto Adige is an excellent match as an aperitif on the terrace. Well chilled, it brings strawberry and raspberry aromas freshly into the glass. It creates a very harmonious impression with light starters such as bruschetta with tomato and basil or zucchini carpaccio. The citrus note of the wine enlivens fresh herbs and vegetables.

With salads featuring goat cheese, walnuts and red berries, the wine shows its strengths. The fine acidity provides an appealing counterpoint to the creaminess of the cheese. Fish dishes such as grilled char, grilled trout or prawns with herbs accompany this rosé very harmoniously. The berry fruit at the same time underlines the sweet notes in the fish meat.

Poultry also benefits from this wine. Chicken breast with lemon thyme, veal schnitzel with fresh parsley or light grilled meats form an elegant pairing. The light structure of the wine is also ideal for Mediterranean cuisine with vegetables, olive oil and fresh herbs. Ratatouille, pasta with vegetables, couscous with roasted vegetables or tomato risotto are particularly appealing with this rosé.

For vegetarian cuisine, the rosé opens up exciting options. It goes well with antipasti platters with marinated vegetables, olives and sun-dried tomatoes. Delicate cheeses such as young mountain cheese or mild sheep’s cheese also harmonize very well. Sushi with salmon, avocado and cucumber is likewise accompanied by the wine with its fresh berry fruit and clear acidity.

As a wine for sociable evenings with friends, the rosé shows its full strength. It accompanies picnics, barbecues, garden parties and summer buffets. The light mouthfeel and juicy fruit suit many small dishes. At the same time, the wine is refined enough for an elegant dinner or as a gift for wine lovers who appreciate alpine rosé styles.

The ideal serving temperature lies between 8 and 10 degrees. At this temperature, the wine shows the freshness of its citrus notes and its fragrant berry fruit most clearly. A decanter is recommended only for a very young vintage, to help the aromas open even more quickly. A medium-sized white wine or universal glass is perfect to bring out both nose and palate optimally.

With good storage in a cool, dark environment, this rosé maintains its quality for several years. Within five years of the vintage, it shows its fresh, fruity side to particularly impressive effect. Storing the bottle on its side does not protect the screw cap, but does offer practical organization on the shelf. This way, the wine remains ready at any time for the next special moment.

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