Marco Merli Zerodibabo Rosato 2022

Marco Merli Zerodibabo Rosato 2022 is crafted by the artisanal Cantina Marco Merli, a family-run winery in the hamlet of Casa del Diavolo near Perugia in Umbria. Founded in 2002 by Marco with support from his father, the estate farms about seven hectares of vineyards organically, with biodynamic principles and minimal chemical intervention. The vines grow at 280380 m on clay, limestone and sandy soils typical of the Colli Altotiberini hills, planted mainly to local red varieties such as Sangiovese, Ciliegiolo, Merlot and Cabernet. Marco prefers spontaneous fermentations with indigenous yeasts and low-intervention winemaking.

The 2022 Zerodibabo Rosato is made from a blend of red grapes, often led by Sangiovese with contributions from Ciliegiolo, Merlot and Cabernet, harvested early and vinified with a mix of soft pressing, saigne and short skin contact before fermentation in stainless steel and ageing for several months in both steel and large neutral barrels. The wine shows a pale pink colour with bright red fruit and floral aromatics, subtle spice and savoury freshness supported by crisp acidity and minerality. Best served chilled at 1012 C, it pairs beautifully with antipasti, light pasta dishes, grilled white meats and fresh salads.