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Key regions
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Pairings
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Synonyms
Rossese is a red grape variety, and it traces back to Ligurian Coast, Italy.
Structurally it lands at medium body, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for red berries, cherries, plums, herbal notes, spice and floral undertones.
The regions that matter for it are Riviera Ligure di Ponente.
In the vineyard it is marked by mid ripening, moderate vigour and a preference for frost-hardy.
Watch for the synonyms: Rossese Nero, Rossese di Campochiesa and Rossese di Dolceacqua.
At the table it suits white fish, tomato-based dishes, light meats, charcuterie and spicy dishes.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Food pairings.
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white fish
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tomato-based dishes
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light meats
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charcuterie
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spicy dishes
Also labelled.
Rossese Nero, Rossese di Campochiesa, Rossese di Dolceacqua.
Bottles to look for.
- A Maccia Riviera Ligure di Ponente Rossese, Liguria, Italy
- Bio Vio Giobatta 'U Bastio' Rossese di Albenga Riviera Ligure di Ponente, Liguria, Italy
- Bruna Maje Rossese Riviera Ligure di Ponente, Liguria, Italy
- Cantina Sancio Rossese Riviera Ligure di Ponente, Liguria, Italy
- Cascina Feipu dei Massaretti Rossese di Albenga Riviera Ligure di Ponente, Liguria, Italy
- Cascina Prairie 'Stundaio' Rossese Riviera Ligure di Ponente, Liguria, Italy
- Durin Rossese Riviera Ligure di Ponente, Liguria, Italy
- La Casetta di Ranzo 'Rubino', Liguria, Italy
Rossese: common questions
01.What does Rossese taste like?+
Rossese tastes of red berries, cherries, plums, herbal notes, spice and floral undertones. Structurally it lands at medium body, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
02.Where is Rossese from?+
Rossese originates in Ligurian Coast, Italy.
03.Where is Rossese grown?+
The key regions for Rossese are Riviera Ligure di Ponente.
04.What food pairs with Rossese?+
Pour it with white fish, tomato-based dishes, light meats, charcuterie and spicy dishes.
05.What else is Rossese called?+
Rossese is also labelled Rossese Nero, Rossese di Campochiesa and Rossese di Dolceacqua.
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Italy.