Castagna Allegro Rosé 2021

Castagna, located in the cool-climate wine region of Beechworth, Victoria, is a biodynamic winery renowned for its dedication to sustainable practices and minimal intervention winemaking. The Allegro Rosé 2021 is a striking example of this philosophy, crafted primarily from Syrah grapes. Castagna’s focus on producing wines that are pure expressions of the land is evident in the Allegro Rosé, which offers a fresh, vibrant, and slightly savoury character. The 2021 vintage, marked by cool growing conditions, has produced a rosé with bright acidity and refined complexity, perfect for summer sipping or pairing with food.

The biodynamic farming methods used at Castagna contribute to the wine’s purity and balance, allowing the unique terroir of Beechworth’s granite-rich soils to shine through.

Appearance: Pale salmon pink with a delicate, clear hue.

Aroma: Fresh and aromatic, with notes of wild strawberries, red cherries, and pink grapefruit, complemented by subtle hints of herbs like thyme and rosemary. There’s also a floral element, with delicate rose petals and a touch of crushed stone, adding complexity and minerality to the bouquet.

Taste: Light-bodied and refreshing, with flavours of strawberry, raspberry, and watermelon. The wine’s bright acidity provides a crisp, clean mouthfeel, while the savoury, herbal undertones and minerality add depth. There’s a touch of white peach and citrus zest on the mid-palate, giving it a lovely balance between fruit and freshness.

Finish: Long and refreshing, with lingering notes of red berries, citrus, and a hint of saline minerality. The finish is dry, clean, and crisp, making it an incredibly food-friendly wine.

Pairings: Heirloom tomato with aged balsamic, stracciatella, fried mung bean sprouts, olive soil, and mojo verde. The wine’s acidity and red fruit notes will enhance the sweetness of the tomatoes, while its herbal and mineral undertones will complement the stracciatella and olive soil.

Tempura duck eggs with spinach, olive soil, provolone, pecorino, manchego, chive, and truffle paprika emulsion. The crisp acidity of the rosé will cut through the richness of the tempura and cheeses, while its savoury character will match the truffle paprika and spinach.

Castagna Allegro Rosé 2021 is an elegant, biodynamic rosé with a beautiful balance of fruit, acidity, and savoury complexity. It’s ideal for pairing with fresh, flavourful dishes, offering both vibrancy and depth, and is perfect for those who appreciate natural, minimal-intervention wines.