Vines are sustainably farmed, the equivalent of lutte raisonnée in France. Hand harvesting, direct press. All vinification in stainless steel. Does not undergo malolactic fermentation. Grapes are de-stemmed and gently pressed, then the must is left at 48-50°F for about 12 hours to allow the heavy deposit to settle; the clear must is then drawn off and fermented. Fermentation lasts for 15-20 days.

This Frizzante rosato has an enchanting perfume of candied berries, tart and a mouthwatering finish. Strong fruity notes of cherry and blackberry of the Raboso blend with the delicate ones of raspberry and strawberry of the Pinot Nero, sweet floral nuances of rose and violet. A balanced combination in the mouth and a refined and generous taste framed by a pleasant flavor.

Women Winemaker | Sustainable

Grape Varieties 60% Raboso, 40% Pinot Nero
Alcohol 14.5%
Size 750 ML
Pairings Perfect pairing with steamed or fried fish seasoned with spices, and great with a variety of aged cheeses. Also try it with fresh fruit, such as strawberries, raspberries or peaches.

About the Producer
For several generations, the Sommariva family worked the vines on the high plains of the Veneto, growing a mix of French and local varietals and selling off most of their crop, as was common practice at the time. But it was Caterino Sommariva who pinpointed the slopes as the best place for vines and began purchasing hillside vineyards together with his wife Urbana in the 1970s. The couple also had great faith in the Prosecco variety (now known by its historical name, Glera) and decided to plant it exclusively on their new property, which gradually grew as they continued to snatch up adjacent parcels over the years.

This great foresight put them in a very advantageous position when Prosecco and the hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene began to gain recognition in the late ‘80s for the light, clean sparkling wine we know so well today. Caterino and Urbana’s daughter Cinzia remembers watching her parents work and thinking as a child how hopelessly difficult the harvest seemed; so she chose another path in life and pursued studies in marketing. As she got older, though, she regularly returned to the estate and began to see her parents’ work through different eyes, slowly discovering her own passion for the hard work of winemaking. She eventually joined them and has since become a dynamic and enthusiastic partner in the estate.