This fizzy pink wine conjures up an Italian trip

LouisragFebruary 2, 2023

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This week’s wines all had me cheering from the primary sip to the final. And it might be a bit contrarian — although that has by no means stopped me — to counsel these in your Valentine’s Day dinner. Nobody will fault you for going for champagne, in fact, however why not go for the sudden? The Italians know the best way to make pink wine sparkle. Listed below are two examples that can add the fizz to your night with out expense, pretense or strain. They exude consolation and leisure. (In the event you’re proposing, go for the champagne.)

And for our third wine this week, a reminder {that a} glass of rosé is as expressive as roses. Nicely, okay, you could want so as to add some private aptitude to drag that off, the Inman Household Countless Crush, which I raved about final summer season, can be eminently applicable right here, as would this attractive rosé from Ridgecrest Vineyards in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

Salvatore Martusciello OttoUve Gragnano Della Penisola Sorrentina 2021

(3.5 stars)

This rosso frizzante hails from the Sorrento Peninsula south of Naples — assume Amalfi coast, romantic vistas and, in fact, pizza. Consider it as a trip in a bottle. The Washington-area importer, Michael R. Downey Selections, first introduced this wine in for 2 Amys restaurant on the launch of the Neapolitan pizza craze. Fruitier than its extra northerly cousins from Emilia Romagna, this wine has a dried plum character that jogs my memory of — dare I say it? — Dr Pepper. However it’s an Italian Dr Pepper. And an ideal worth on the value. Alcohol by quantity: 11.5 %. Bottle weight: 631 grams (Glowing).

Imported and distributed domestically by Michael R. Downey Selections.

Medici Ermete Le Tenute Solo Reggiano 2018

(3.5 stars)

This “vino frizzante rosso secco” comes from a number one Lambrusco producer in Emilia Romagna. The wine is vibrantly ruby in coloration, earthy and fruity in aroma, and fantastically balanced on the palate with darkish cherry and mushroom flavors. The bubbles make it refreshing and versatile with all types of meals. The traditional pairing can be charcuterie or smoked meats, and it may additionally minimize by means of the richness of heavier pasta dishes. ABV: 11.5 %. BW: 775 grams (Glowing).

Imported by Kobrand. Distributed domestically by RNDC.

Ridgecrest Vineyards Property Pinot Noir Rosé 2021

(3.5 stars)

Ribbon Ridge, Willamette Valley, Ore., $32

Sure, it’s winter, however rosé is suitable year-round, particularly for Valentine’s Day. Harry Peterson-Nedry was a pioneer grower within the Ribbon Ridge space of the Chehalem Mountains in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. He crafts Ridgecrest wines along with his daughter, Wynne Peterson-Nedry. Their pinot noir rosé is velvety in texture, plush with flavors of strawberry and mint. It succeeds as a solo act however will add aptitude and romance to any seafood dishes. LIVE licensed sustainable. ABV: 13.1 %. BW: 460 grams (Mild).

Distributed domestically by Lanterna.

Costs are approximate. For availability, test Wine.com, Wine-searcher.com and the web sites and social media feeds of the wineries, importers or distributors. You can even ask your native retailer to order wines from the distributors listed.