About this wine
A bright, fresh Toscana IGT rosé made from Sangiovese and Merlot sourced from the estate's youngest vineyards, offering an easy-drinking counterpoint to Gabbiano's structured Chianti Classico reds.
A light, fruity rosé that's an easy year-round crowd-pleaser, even for those new to Italian wine.
Sommelier's Note
"Gabbiano's Rosato is what happens when a serious Chianti Classico producer decides to have fun — bright, unpretentious, and dangerously easy to finish a bottle of."
Food Pairings
Its bright red-fruit character makes it a versatile pairing for antipasti, prosciutto and melon, and grilled chicken; also pairs easily with sushi rolls or lightly seasoned yakitori.
When to drink it
Summer terrace lunches, picnics, casual aperitivo
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Merlot
- Style
- Rosé
- Price Range
- $11-15
Terroir & Winemaking
A blend of Sangiovese and Merlot from the estate's youngest vines, made using the direct-press or short-maceration method typical of Tuscan rosato production, fermented cool in stainless steel to retain freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grapes make up this rosé?
- A blend of Sangiovese and Merlot, sourced from the estate's youngest vineyards.
- How does it compare to Gabbiano's red wines?
- It's a much lighter, fresher style, offering an easy-drinking counterpoint to the structured tannins of the estate's Chianti Classico reds.
- What food pairs well with this Rosato?
- Antipasti, prosciutto and melon, and grilled chicken all pair nicely with its bright red-fruit character.
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