Schola Sarmenti – Collezione 24 Negroamaro Brut Rosé (Traditional Method, Salento IGT) is an ambitious, bottle-fermented rosé made from 100% Negroamaro—a grape usually associated with red wine, yet here it shows a very different face: fresh, taut and elegant, with a refined balance of fruit and classic brioche notes from ageing.
The grapes come from older vines and are harvested early to preserve freshness and acidity. The juice sees only a very short skin contact (a few hours), just enough to create its soft copper-rose colour and a subtle berry lift in the aromatics. The wine is then made using the traditional method (second fermentation in bottle) and spends extended time on the lees, building structure, adding depth and creating a fine, harmonious mousse.
In the glass the expression is clean and elegant. The nose offers red berries (think wild strawberry/raspberry), citrus zestand a light floral hint, followed by more mature notes of bread crust, almond and a discreet nuttiness. The palate is dry and refreshing, with bright acidity, delicate berry fruit and a firm, appetite-whetting finish where the classic bottle-aged character adds length rather than weight. This is a rosé that feels serious and highly food-friendly—never sweet, never overly perfumed, just balanced and precise.
Serving & food pairing Serve well-chilled (around 6–8°C) and give it a little air in the glass to open up. Great as an aperitif, but even better with food: shellfish, prawns, grilled fish, tuna, sushi, as well as savoury pairings like charcuterie, prosciutto, Parmesan, and bright starters with citrus or herbs. The bubbles and acidity are brilliant with anything salty, crisp and gently rich.
