Prosecco Albino Armani Rosé DOC

Cin cin! Relaxation and enjoyment are guaranteed with the elegant Prosecco Albino Armani DOC Extra Dry Millesimato from the Italian region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. It is characterized by a fruity bouquet with aromas of strawberries, raspberries and a hint of roses, it is wonderfully fresh and lively, with a fine, persistent perlage.

At a serving temperature of 6-8 degrees, it goes well with aperitifs as well as antipasti, light pasta dishes, seafood, vegetable risotto, fish soups, vegetables, white meat, roasted mushrooms and - not to forget - fresh and medium-aged cheeses.

If the bottle is not integrated in the flower gift, it will be delivered with an noble gift box.

For lovers of Italian lightness, the Prosecco Rosé from Albino Armani is a must. Like the white Prosecco variety, Prosecco Rosé may only be produced in precisely defined provinces in northern Italy. Prosecco Rosé is only recognized as a DOC if all steps from harvesting to bottling take place in the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions. Until now, Prosecco had to contain at least 85% of the Glera grape variety and was only available in a white version. However, in 2019 the Prosecco DOC committee decided to also allow a rosé version. In addition to the 85 percent minimum Glera content, a Prosecco Rosé must contain at least 10 percent Pinot Noir. Armani's Prosecco Rosé is made from 90% Glera grapes and 10% Pinot Noir.

According to the strict regulations, Prosecco Rosé may only be produced in the expensive Spumante version. Once the cuvée of Glera and Pinot Noir has been produced, it undergoes secondary fermentation on yeast in stainless steel tanks for at least 60 days (Charmat method). This results in a Prosecco rosé with a fine, persistent perlage and complex Pinot Noir aromas. However, lovers of white Prosecco are also catered for. Our white Prosecco also comes from Armani, is produced using the same method and is sure to delight you just as much.

The Prosecco Rosé from Albino Armani has the designation «Millesimato» on the label. «Millesimato» means that the wine was made from the grapes of a single harvest and vintage (Millesimo). Only the company's best grapes are used in the harvest, and there is no mixing with other, weaker vintages. For connoisseurs and enthusiasts, the vintage of a wine is important in that it can have a significant influence on the taste, as climatic conditions also shape the character of a wine. The year of our Prosecco Rosé can be found on the back of the bottle.

The SQNPI seal for «Sustainable Quality» is represented by a bee on the label and is recognized by the European Community. It is awarded based on the farmer's records and chemical analysis of soil, leaves and final products. The goal is to preserve biodiversity, minimize pesticide use and ensure proper cellar management. Every bottle of wine marketed must be fully traceable, ensuring that the product comes only from SQNPI-monitored vineyards.

Armani is committed to sustainable viticulture that avoids the use of pesticides, herbicides and artificial fertilizers. Instead of using insecticides, he fights pests using mating disruption. This method uses specific diffusers applied in the vineyards, which by dispersing pheromones disorient male pests, prevent mating and block the reproductive cycle. Fertilization is done exclusively with cow manure from local farmers, supplemented by green manure, which promotes the reproduction of beneficial insects. Instead of using herbicides in summer, Armani mows the grass along the vines.

At Armani, temperature control systems have been optimized to use heat from cooling systems, thus reducing electricity consumption by 40 percent. In addition, the temperature in the warehouse is not artificially regulated, but the walls are covered with jasmine plants, which act as a natural air conditioner and are effective.

Because vineyards require a lot of water, Armani has chosen only areas with non-arid climates for its vineyards. Areas in northeastern Italy have good rainfall and are naturally suitable for vines. However, in summer it may not rain enough. Therefore, Armani uses drip and underground irrigation. This has drastically reduced water consumption. The pipes are placed close to the root system so that losses through evaporation, runoff and infiltration are minimized. Finally, Armani collects water that drips from the walls of the Marano cellar. Each drop flows into an underground reservoir for irrigation.

Due to its location in the rocks, Albino Armani's winery in Marano di Valpolicella does not require any artificial cooling or heating, which is not only environmentally friendly but also saves costs. The roof is covered with 80 cm of earth, on which a flower meadow grows in summer. The south-facing walls are planted with wild rosemary and ivy. This is beautiful and insulating. The walls of the Marano cellar consist of large slabs of local stone arranged vertically on special steel supports. The metal parts are located behind them, about six inches away from the walls, and are invisible. The walls are thus ventilated, and the interior of the building always remains cool.

Armani's company is actively involved in the community and is a member of WineGraft, a spin-off from the University of Milan. Together they have bred vines that are resistant to drought and thrive in saline soils while requiring little water. This research, funded by Armani, benefits the entire viticulture world as the root-stocks are readily available through a nursery. In addition, much of the agricultural land used by Armani is open to the public. There are 100 km of cycle paths that lead through unspoiled nature. Illustrative and educational signs are placed along these paths to help visitors get to know the area and appreciate its beauty.

Armani looks back on an impressive history of four hundred years in viticulture, which began on December 7, 1607. The Armani family and viticulture in the Adige Valley have been inextricably linked ever since. This collective history is reflected in their commitment to researching the origins of the place and its wines and promoting local indigenous grape varieties. Albino Armani places great importance on research to improve the land and create a product that embodies the identity of the region. He is convinced that his work is the most beautiful in the world: «The best thing I can do in life is to put my hands in the soil to make wine,» he says. This passionate commitment to viticulture characterizes the philosophy and quality of Albino Armani's wines.