Doppio Passo Rosato Puglia IGT 2023
Dry Rosé, crafted in a fruit-forward, refreshing, and food-friendly style. · CVCIP (Casa Vinicola Coppi / Botter), widely marketed under the Doppio Passo brand known for accessible, fruit-forward southern Italian wines.
Vintage: 2023, a warm and generally favorable growing season in southern Italy that yielded vibrant, aromatic, and approachable rosés with ripe fruit characteristics.
Type
Dry Rosé, crafted in a fruit-forward, refreshing, and food-friendly style.
Producer
CVCIP (Casa Vinicola Coppi / Botter), widely marketed under the Doppio Passo brand known for accessible, fruit-forward southern Italian wines.
Country
Italy, an Old World wine-producing nation with ancient viticultural roots, strict quality appellation laws (DOCG, DOC, IGT), and a diverse indigenous grape population.
Vintage
2023, a warm and generally favorable growing season in southern Italy that yielded vibrant, aromatic, and approachable rosés with ripe fruit characteristics.
Region & Appellation
Puglia IGT, Southern Italy
Grape Varieties
100% Primitivo, known for its juicy red fruit profile, moderate acidity, and lush texture.
Color & Appearance
Pale, delicate salmon-pink color with brilliant clarity, typical of modern Provence-style or southern Italian rosés made via brief skin contact.
Aroma Profile
Fragrant and expressive with primary aromas of fresh wild strawberries, red cherries, raspberries, subtle hints of watermelon, and delicate floral undertones of rose petals.
Tasting Notes
A refreshing and harmonious palate entry showcasing crisp red berry fruit, balanced by moderate acidity and a clean, pleasantly dry, and lingering finish.
Flavor Profile
Dominated by flavors of ripe red cherry, juicy strawberry, a touch of red plum, and a subtle mineral undertone that adds complexity on the mid-palate.
Body & Texture
Light to medium-bodied with a smooth, supple, and mouth-coating texture that feels refreshing without being heavy.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium acidity providing a crisp and lively backbone, with virtually no perceptible tannins as is typical for a direct-press or briefly macerated rosé.
Sweetness Level
Bone dry to dry, with no residual sugar, balanced neatly by the ripe fruit flavors and fresh acidity.
Alcohol Content
Around 12% to 12.5% ABV, typical for a refreshing Mediterranean rosato designed for easy drinking.
Aging & Oak
Un-oaked, fermented and aged in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the fresh, vibrant fruit characteristics and aromatic purity.
Food Pairings
Ideal with autumn antipasti, grilled seafood, light Mediterranean salads, roasted vegetables, and soft goat cheeses. Pairs exceptionally well with pan-seared salmon or shrimp dishes.
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled between 45°F to 50°F (7°C to 10°C) in a standard white wine glass. Best enjoyed young and fresh, ideally within 1 to 2 years of the vintage.
Price Range
Estimated retail price around $12 to $16 USD, representing excellent everyday value.
Quality Assessment
Score range around 86-88 points, considered a reliable, highly enjoyable everyday premium rosé that delivers consistent quality and appealing southern Italian character.
Production Methods
Short cold maceration on the skins to extract a delicate pink hue and fine aromatics, followed by gentle pneumatic pressing and temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel.
Terroir
Puglia's sun-drenched Mediterranean climate, tempered by cooling sea breezes from the Adriatic and Ionian seas, grown on limestone-clay soils that impart freshness and minerality.
History & Heritage
Doppio Passo is inspired by traditional southern Italian winemaking techniques, specifically the practice of harvesting grapes at two different times or passing twice over the vines to capture optimal ripeness and acidity.
Interesting Facts
The label prominently features ornate vintage-style typography and a family crest, reflecting the brand's dedication to blending traditional Italian aesthetics with modern winemaking accessibility.
Cellaring Potential
Not intended for long-term aging; best consumed young within 1 to 2 years of release while primary fruit aromas are fresh and vibrant.
Similar Wines
Tormaresca Calafuria Rosato, Leone de Castris Five Roses Salice Salentino Rosato, or various crisp southern French rosés.