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Rossese Bianco (Italy)

Rossese Bianco is a grape from the Cinque Terre area in Liguria.

Rossese Bianco Flavors

Citrus, Stone Fruit, and White Flowers are typical Rossese flavors, with hints of Rosemary, Mint, Thyme, Wet Stone, and Salty Minerals.

Lemon
Lemon
Lime
Lime
Nectarine
Nectarine
Melon
Melon
Flowers
White
Flowers
Herbs
Herbs
Stone
Wet Stone
Minerals
Minerals

Rossese Bianco Profile

Rossese Bianco is dry and acidic:

SUGAR:Dry 3g/l
BODY:Medium - Light
FRUIT:Medium - Low
ACIDITY:Medium - High
ALCOHOL:12%
Temperature Serving temperature:
10-12°C (50-54°F)

Rossese Bianco Food Pairing

Rossese Bianco pairs best with Seafood, Fried Fish, and Fried Chicken.

Herbs
Herbs
Vegetables
Vegetables
Pasta
Pasta
Fish
Fish
Crab
Seafood
Cheese
Cheese

Excellent Pairings

Vegetables. Broccoli.
Fish and Seafood.
Fried Calamari.
Fried White Fish.
Pasta with White Sauce.

Cheeses

Hard Cheese.

Italian Specialities

Sicilian Pasta Dishes.
Garlic Spaghetti with Clams.
Seafood Salad with Pistachio and Capers.

The Ideal Glass for Rossese Bianco

The Sauvignon Blanc glass is smaller than a Chardonnay glass.

It has a more narrow bowl to concentrate the crisp and citrusy aromas characteristic of zesty and fruity white wines.

If You Like Rossese Bianco

You May Also Like:

Albariño (Spain)
Alvarinho (Portugal)
Assyrtiko (Greece)
Gavi (Italy)
Grechetto (Italy)
Greco di Tufo (Italy)
Moschofilero (Greece)
Pinot Bianco (Italy)
Sylvaner (France)
Riesling Dry (Germany)
Trebbiano (Italy)
Ugni Blanc (France)
Weissburgunder (Germany)

Rossese Bianco Food Pairing

Herbs
Herbs
Vegetables
Vegetables
Pasta
Pasta
Fish
Fish
Crab
Seafood
Cheese
Cheese

Rossese Bianco pairs best with Seafood, Fried Fish, and Fried Chicken.

Excellent Pairings

Vegetables. Broccoli.
Fish and Seafood.
Fried Calamari.
Fried White Fish.
Pasta with White Sauce.

Cheeses

Hard Cheese.

Italian Specialities

Sicilian Pasta Dishes.
Garlic Spaghetti with Clams.
Seafood Salad with Pistachio and Capers.

If You Like Rossese Bianco

You May Also Like:

Albariño (Spain)
Alvarinho (Portugal)
Assyrtiko (Greece)
Gavi (Italy)
Grechetto (Italy)
Greco di Tufo (Italy)
Moschofilero (Greece)
Pinot Bianco (Italy)
Sylvaner (France)
Riesling Dry (Germany)
Trebbiano (Italy)
Ugni Blanc (France)
Weissburgunder (Germany)

About Rossese Bianco

Rossese Bianco is a grape from the Cinque Terre area in Liguria.

In Piemonte it is a DOC appellation since 2011: Langhe Rossese Bianco.

Wine Region Liguria

5Terre

Climate

Liguria's vineyards are situated along the rugged coastline, often on steep terraced hillsides. The proximity to the sea influences its climate, creating a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers. The sea breezes help moderate temperatures, providing a favorable environment for grape cultivation.

Black Grapes

White Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon

12% Rossese

Sauvignon

28% Vermentino
15% Pigato
  5% Albarola
  5% Bosco


Red Wines

White Wines

Red Wine

Rossese di Dolceacqua

White Wine

Albarola
Cinque Terre Bianco
Pigato
Rossese Bianco
Vermentino

Denominations

Cinque Terre / Cinque Terre Sciacchetrà DOC
Colli di Luni DOC
Colline di Levanto DOC
Golfo del Tigullio–Portofino / Portofino DOC
Pornassio / Ormeasco di Pornassio DOC
Riviera Ligure di Ponente DOC
Rossese di Dolceacqua / Dolceacqua DOC
Val Polcèvera DOC

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