Winery / Producer: Bodegas Antídoto (A cult wine project led by French winemaker Bertrand Sourdais, recognized for rescuing and enhancing the unique identity of Soria's old vineyards through sustainable practices and minimal intervention).

Specific Origin: San Esteban de Gormaz, Soria, D.O. Ribera del Duero, Spain.

Vintage: 2022

Varietal Composition: Traditional Soria blend of Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) and Albillo Mayor.

Terroir and Identity: Comes from a blend of small plots of old vines located at an altitude of 900 to 950 meters above sea level. The soils mix fine sands, clays, and calcareous pebbles which, combined with the region's severe continental climate, impart amazing acidity and an unmistakable saline profile to the grapes.

Vinification and Aging: Rigorous manual harvesting parcel by parcel. Following the traditional method of the area, a direct co-pressing of the red and white grapes is performed immediately after reception, avoiding color maceration. The must ferments at controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks and undergoes a brief stabilization period on its fine lees to provide a subtle creaminess before being bottled early to preserve its striking freshness.

Style: Still rosé with a pale, dry, fresh, distinctly fruity, floral, tense, and very vertical profile.

Alcohol Content: 13.0% Vol. (Superbly integrated with the wine's acidity).

Capacity: Stylish 750 ml bottle.

SKU: ESP-ANTIDOTO-ROSELITO-2022-750

Appearance: Presents a pale salmon pink color, clean, crystalline, and extremely bright, with subtle onion skin reflections at the rim. Fine tears and agile movement in the glass.

Nose: An immediate, fine, and very suggestive aromatic impact. It bursts with notes of fresh red forest fruits (raspberries, wild strawberries, red currants) accompanied by an elegant bouquet of white flowers, tangerine peel, and a clear mineral background reminiscent of chalk and wet stone.

Palate: Its entry is extremely fresh, clean, and direct. On the mid-palate, it unfolds with agility and liveliness, showing an impeccable balance between a crisp citrus acidity and juicy, fleshy fruit. Its subtly silky texture in the center of the mouth is surprising, finishing with a dry, saline, extremely refreshing, and deliciously persistent aromatic finish.

Precision Gastronomic Pairing: Thanks to its distinctly dry profile, excellent acidity, and lively fruit, Roselito 2022 is an extraordinarily versatile wine at the table. It is the perfect partner for Mediterranean appetizers, beef or salmon carpaccio, complex salads with goat cheese and nuts, as well as light pastas with seafood sauces. It shines splendidly alongside seafood cuisine: fresh grilled shellfish, ceviches, sushi, sashimi, and white fish such as sea bass or sole. In Mexican gastronomy, it harmonizes heavenly with gourmet esquites, Ensenada-style fish tacos, octopus tostadas, green aguachiles, and light chiles en nogada.

Suggested Moments:

• Summer, Pool, and Exclusive Terraces: The definitive wine for the warm months of the year. Its untamed freshness and long finish make it the ideal companion to enjoy on a sunny afternoon in the garden or on a fine terrace with friends.
• Stylish Romantic Dinner: Its suggestive pale color, aromatic finesse, and seductive profile dress the table with elegance, making it ideal for an intimate dinner based on fine tapas, sushi, or seafood by candlelight.
• Gourmet Family Meal: A supremely sophisticated yet accessible label that pleases both connoisseurs and enthusiasts at the Sunday table, ideal for whetting the appetite with appetizers or accompanying paellas and seafood rice dishes.
• The Perfect Gift and Token of Appreciation: A beautifully presented bottle, highly valued by wine critics, ideal for gifting to hosts of a gathering or any lover of European terroir wines.
• Special Everyday Celebration: The perfect reward at the end of a successful day, uncorking a glass to enjoy a moment of sophisticated relaxation.

What is the optimal serving temperature for Roselito Rosé Wine 2022?

To fully enjoy its vibrant fruit expression and crisp limestone acidity, it is recommended to serve Roselito well chilled, in a range of 8°C to 10°C. If the ambient temperature is very warm, keeping it in an ice bucket with ice and water on the table will ensure it does not lose its freshness.

How does Roselito differ from other traditional Spanish rosés based on 'bleeding'?

Most Ribera del Duero rosés are made using the 'bleeding' method, which involves drawing off must from a red wine tank after a few hours of maceration, resulting in wines with more color and structure. Roselito, however, is made by immediate 'direct pressing' of red and white grapes together. This extracts a very subtle pale pink color, less tannic load, and superior aromatic finesse, similar to the Provençal style but with the strength of the Soria terroir.

Can this 2022 vintage rosé wine be stored or should it be drunk now?

Roselito 2022 is at an ideal moment for consumption, where it exhibits all its youthful and fruity energy. However, thanks to the tremendous natural acidity provided by the altitude of Soria and the finesse of Albillo Mayor, it possesses a noble acidic structure that allows it to evolve elegantly and remain impeccable in the bottle for the next 1 to 2 years if stored in a cool, dark environment.

Why are a red grape and a white grape mixed for this rosé?

It is a historical and profoundly honest practice of traditional Soria winemakers. Tinto Fino contributes red fruitiness and structure, while Albillo Mayor (native white grape) injects refined floral perfumes, finesse, and an electrical vertical acidity that defines Roselito's refreshing personality.