Luna Nuda Rosé
Luna Nuda Rosé is hand selected and sourced by the Giovanett’s in Abruzzo, Italy where Montepulciano grapes are natively grown. The grapes are then brought back to Castelfeder Winery in Alto, Adige for vinification. Luna Nuda Rosé is bright and lively with a beautiful pink color in the glass. On the palate, this wine has good structure and seductive, fruity aromas. Strawberry bouquets and floral notes give way to a subtle citrus finish, while freshness and acidity are maintained in the finish.
Winemaker Notes
The grapes are brought to Castelfeder Winery where they are de-stemmed, macerated on skins, and then pressed before undergoing primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 10 days. Our rosé spends between 2 to 4 months in stainless steel tanks before being bottled. And we use bentonite for fining the wine to remove any unwanted colloids. The wine is filtered before bottling.
Production Notes
This vintage was harvested from late-August through late-September in Abruzzo. The 10 hectares vineyard sits at 1,000 feet elevation in a Mediterranean climate. The soil is clay with chalk content making it ideal for dry farming. The vines are are between 8 and 20 years old and use both Guyot and Cordone Speronato vine training and pruning systems. These grapes were notable for their balance in sugar and acidity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is rosé wine?
Rosé is wine made from red grapes, but with only brief contact with the grape skins — just enough to pick up that pink color and a touch of fruit and structure, without becoming a full red. Luna Nuda’s Rosé is made from 100% Montepulciano grapes grown in Abruzzo, Italy.
Is rosé wine sweet or dry?
It depends on the bottle — rosé spans the same sweet-to-dry range as other wines. Luna Nuda’s Rosé is dry, with bright acidity and a clean citrus finish rather than any noticeable sweetness.
What does rosé wine taste like?
Strawberry and soft florals up front, with a subtle citrus note on the finish. Luna Nuda’s Rosé has real structure to it — more than a simple sipper — while staying fresh and easy to drink.
How is rosé wine made?
By giving red grapes just a short amount of time on their skins — long enough to pick up color and character, then pressed off before it develops into a full red. Luna Nuda’s Rosé uses Montepulciano grapes native to Abruzzo, brought to Castelfeder Winery for vinification.
Should rosé wine be chilled?
Yes — serve it cold, around 45 to 50°F, the same as you would a crisp white. It’s built for warm afternoons, but honestly, it’s good any time of year.
Where do Luna Nuda Rosé’s grapes come from?
Abruzzo, Italy, where Montepulciano grapes grow natively. The Giovanett family hand-selects the fruit there, then brings it to Castelfeder Winery in Alto Adige for vinification.
What food pairs well with rosé?
Rosé is one of the most food-friendly wines out there — salads, grilled vegetables, light pasta, or a charcuterie board all work. It’s an easy match for whatever’s already on the table.
