Rosset Terroir
Valle d'Aosta Cornalin 2023
| Denomination | DOC Valle d'Aosta Cornalin |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Aosta Valley (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cornallin |
| Aging | Matured in large wooden vats ("tun"). |
- Grape variety and style: Dry red made from pure Cornalin, with a fruity and slightly rustic character
- Aromatic profile: Aromas of plum and cherry, with light spices and hints of clove
- High-altitude origin: Produced in Quart (Aosta Valley) at 750 metres, on glacial soils and in an alpine climate
- Vinification: Double maceration, fermentation in steel and ageing in large wooden barrels
- Serving: Decant for one hour; serve at 16-18°C with mushroom risotto, pork and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Rosset Terroir Valle d’Aosta Cornalin is a dry red wine that authentically interprets the Cornalin grape variety. In the glass, it displays a ruby red colour, a prelude to a refined aromatic profile. On the nose, notes of plums and cherries emerge, enriched by a subtle spiciness and hints of cloves. On the palate, it reveals a fruity and slightly rustic sip, with gentle tannins that provide structure and lead the tasting towards a fresh finish.
Where it comes from
This expression from the Aosta Valley originates in Quart, from high-altitude vineyards situated at around 750 metres above sea level. The vines, about twenty years old, grow in a harsh alpine climate on soils formed by the drainage of ancient glaciers. This microclimate ensures a clear expression of the fruit and a pronounced aromatic purity. Constant care in the vineyard aims to preserve the utmost varietal precision and the quality of the harvest.
How it is produced
The processing of the Cornalin grapes, harvested in October, begins with a cold maceration on the skins. This is followed by fermentation in steel and a subsequent warm maceration with pump-overs. Ageing takes place in large wooden barrels to stabilise the structure. After decanting for an hour, it is ideal with mushroom risottos, pork dishes and cheeses. It is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 16 and 18 °C.
History and Curiosities
Born from high-altitude vineyards located at 750 metres in the area of Quart, this Valle d’Aosta Cornalin DOC expresses all the richness of soil shaped by the drainage of ancient glaciers. The oenologist Matteo Moretto enhances the grapes from twenty-year-old vines through meticulous winemaking: a double maceration, first cold on the skins and then hot, followed by ageing in large wooden vats. This care gives structure to the wine, which is bottled with natural cork by a winery attentive to the environment.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2001
- Oenologist: Matteo Moretto
- Bottles produced: 50.000
- Hectares: 13
The story began to take shape in 2001, with the planting of the first three hectares of vineyard in the municipality of Saint-Christophe, just outside Aosta. The first varieties grown were Chardonnay, Syrah, and the native Cornalin. In just a few years, the estate expanded its vineyard surface and selected new, highly suited plots, where Muscat Blanc, Pinot Gris, and additional parcels of Syrah were also introduced.
A turning point came in 2017, when Rosset Terroir ventured beyond 900 meters above sea level, in the village of Villeneuve. On particularly steep slopes, in a context of heroic viticulture, the cultivation of the traditional Petite Arvine grape variety comes to life, from which the winery’s flagship wine is born: the Sopraquota 900, awarded in 2021 as Italy’s Best White Wine by Gambero Rosso ‘s Vini d’Italia guide and included in James Suckling’s Top 100 World Wines in 2024.
Today, Rosset Terroir manages around 13 hectares of vineyards and produces approximately 50,000 bottles per year, carefully selecting the region’s most promising plots and combining the expertise of seasoned technicians with modern, functional facilities. Read more
| Name | Rosset Terroir Valle d'Aosta Cornalin 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still dry |
| Denomination | Valle d'Aosta DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cornallin |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Aosta Valley |
| Vendor | Rosset Terroir |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from high-altitude vineyards located at 750 metres in the area of Quart, this Valle d’Aosta Cornalin DOC expresses all the richness of soil shaped by the drainage of ancient glaciers. The oenologist Matteo Moretto enhances the grapes from twenty-year-old vines through meticulous winemaking: a double maceration, first cold on the skins and then hot, followed by ageing in large wooden vats. This care gives structure to the wine, which is bottled with natural cork by a winery attentive to the environment. |
| Origin | Quart (AO) |
| Climate | Alpine climate |
| Soil composition | Soil derived from the drainage of ancient glaciers |
| Harvest | Early October |
| Production technique | Cold maceration on the skins, alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, post-fermentation hot maceration with pumping over, ageing in large wooden vats ("tun") |
| Wine making | Cold maceration on the skins followed by alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks; post-fermentation hot maceration with pumping over; ageing in large wooden vats ("tun"). |
| Aging | Matured in large wooden vats ("tun"). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |