“Five Roses Anniversario” Rosato del Salento IGT 2025

Leone de Castris | Puglia
Leone de Castris | Via Senatore de Castris | IT 73015 Salice Salentino

15063625 · 0,75 l · 15,87 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

In 1993, to mark the 50th anniversary of Five Roses, Leone de Castris decided that such a milestone deserved a wine worthy of the occasion. The Anniversario was born – and has been making history ever since. It has won Gambero Rosso’s Tre Bicchieri award on multiple occasions, as if it were routine. 80% Negroamaro, 20% Malvasia Nera di Lecce, grown on loamy-silty soils in Salice Salentino. Hand-harvested in early September, gentle destemming, cold maceration at 7–10°C, gentle must extraction without pressure, controlled fermentation in stainless steel. Simple, precise, uncompromising.

In the glass, it glows with an intense peach-blossom pink. The nose reveals depth: blueberry and redcurrant, along with rosehip, delicate notes of talcum powder and a hint of fresh blossoms – — a complexity one doesn’t expect from a rosé, yet one that stays with you. On the palate, fresh acidity, good structure and a fruity, elegant, lingering finish. Not a summer fling, but rather a serious affair in pink. SUPERIORE.DE

"An intense, sparkling rosé colour. An inviting nose, with plenty of fruit, reminiscent of sour cherries and red berries, underpinned by citrus notes and a hint of herbal spice. Precise and juicy on the palate, with a delicate texture, a lively acidity and good length." Falstaff