Ruggito Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC Terre di Chieti Superiore 2024

Az. Agr. Buzzarone is more than a winery: it is the fulfilment of a dream, pursued with great courage since 2015 building on a grandfather's legacy, with the aim of enhancing the identity of the territory. This is how the Ruggito Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC Terre di Chieti Superiore was born. Ruggito Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC Terre di Chieti Superiore We are in the hamlet of Castelferrato, in the province of Chieti. The soils of our hills are mostly medium-textured clay and rich in nutrients. Here you could say that nature has been extremely generous. On one side, the proximity to Monte Majella brings significant temperature swings. On the other, the nearby body of water helps temper the air. Finally, the sea breeze from the Adriatic contributes to the savouriness and minerality of our wines' character. We cultivate our land following an organic philosophy. We follow the natural rhythm without forcing anything. We keep our fields grassed, which also prevents soil erosion. Sustainability matters to us and we use only naturally derived products. In everything we do, we put quality before quantity. In the cellar: Here too the philosophy is the same: we pursue non-invasive practices. Vinification follows traditional artisanal methods enhanced by modern oenological knowledge. The wine is then refined solely through the practice of bâtonnage, a technique that enriches its complexity and extends its longevity, highlighting its natural organoleptic characteristics. We carry on the family tradition that has always embraced the art of the winegrower. Our wines are native Abruzzo varieties, vinified as single varietals. They are processed only in steel, for maximum varietal and territorial expression.

Technical sheet: Ruggito Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC Terre di Chieti Superiore

PRODUCTION AREA: Castelferrato - Torrevecchia Teatina SOIL: medium-textured clay_70-120 metres a.s.l. – north-west TRAINING SYSTEM: Pergola Abruzzese – 120 quintals/ha HARVEST The grapes are picked exclusively by hand into crates at the end of September. Destemming of the grapes followed by cold pre-fermentation maceration for 12 hours, then soft pressing and fermentation in steel at controlled temperature GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Montepulciano ALCOHOL CONTENT 13%vol. TYPE: still rosé wine AGEING: 6 months on the lees with bâtonnage in steel ORGANIC PRODUCT TASTING NOTES: Cerasa pink colour (Abruzzese dialect for “cherry”, from which it takes its name). On the nose, hints of strawberry and cream with floral nuances. On the palate savoury and mineral, it leaves the mouth fresh and dry. SERVING TEMPERATURE 10°/12°C Pairings: made from the Montepulciano grape with fruity and spicy notes, harmonious and well balanced. Perfect for aperitifs, it pairs well with starters and fish soups, grilled fish and delicate cheeses. AWARDS: Palmavini Wine Tasting Award- Abruzzo Edition 2022, Berebene best labels in Italy 2023