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Sparkling Rosé/ Charmat Method/ *Rare Grape

Grape variety: 100% Malvasia di Schierano

Description: Dry sparkling rosé presenting with an irresistible floral bouquet accompanied by ripe red berries reminiscent of their classic Gilli Malvasia. On the palate a refined refreshing with the fruit and floral hints following through giving just enough that you cannot help but have another sip. Excellent as an aperitif (the Italian Association of Sommeliers selected it as theirs for their annual event) or in combination with delicate first courses and fish.

From its inception in 1983, Cascina Gilli has dedicated their care and attention to the indigenous grape varieties of their region. Gilli Extra Dry Spumante Rosato their most recent creation, made from Malvasia di Schierano, represents an extraordinary discovery for Cascina Gilli. They have always felt the role of custodians in respect of this special variety. In their words: ‘Over the years we have made enormous progress in understanding this precious grape and it seems that it has not yet finished surprising us.’ Following some experiments conducted alongside the Bonafus Expermimental Cellar, Gilli Extra Dry was born in 2019. It is a rosé sparkling wine, where we find the irresistible floral bouquet and the aftertaste of small red fruits of the classic Malvasia Gilli.

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