ANTICAIA Salice Salentino Rosato DOP Cantina San Donaci

Description

ANTICAIA Salice Salentino Rosato DOP – Cantina San Donaci: A classic Salento Rosé, an expression of the versatility and freshness of Cantina San Donaci. Made from the vinification of Negroamaro (80%) and Malvasia Nera (20%) grapes as a rosé, this wine stands out for its softness and its intense bouquet of **fresh fruit** (strawberry, cherry, pomegranate) and **wild rose**. It is ideal for aperitifs and seafood cuisine.

Why choose it on SalentoWineShop

✅ Salice Salentino Rosato DOP, a guarantee of origin and quality

✅ Traditional blend of Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera

✅ Fresh, soft, and versatile wine, ideal as an aperitif

✅ Intense aromas of strawberry, cherry, and wild rose

Technical Sheet

Name:	ANTICAIA Salice Salentino Rosato DOP
Denomination:	SALICE SALENTINO DOP
Producer:	Cantina San Donaci
Region:	Puglia (Apulia)
Production Area:	San Donaci
Grape Variety:	Negroamaro 80%, Malvasia Nera 20%
Vintage:	2024 (Reference)
Alcohol Content:	13% Vol.
Size:	0,75 cl.
Type:	Rosé Wine
Vineyard:	Grapes sourced from vineyards within the Salice Salentino DOP area.
Winemaking and Aging:	Rosé vinification (short skin contact) to extract color and aromas. Aging in tanks (typically stainless steel) to preserve freshness and flavor.

Story and Longevity

In Salento, the production of rosé is a centuries-old tradition, and the Salice Salentino Rosato DOP is an icon of this style. Anticaia Rosato is intended to be an **easy-drinking wine**, to be enjoyed at its **peak freshness**. It maintains its optimal organoleptic qualities for **1-2 years** after the vintage.

Organoleptic Profile

Color: Bright cherry pink (implied by the grape variety).

Nose: **Intense and fruity**. Scents of **fresh fruit** such as strawberry, cherry, pomegranate, and plum emerge, along with delicate **wild rose floral notes**.

Palate: **Fresh, soft, balanced, and versatile**. A pleasant and persistent sip that encourages another glass.

Food Pairings

Ideal with: **Aperitifs**, **seafood dishes**, **baked or grilled fish**, and especially with **mixed fried fish (Frittura di Paranza)**. Also excellent with pizza.

Serving Temperature: 13° C