Frank Cornelissen – Susucaru Rosato 2022 (Sicily, Italy)

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🌱 Type: Natural Rosé
🍇 Grape Varieties: Nerello Mascalese, Malvasia, Moscadella, Insolia
🏞 Region: Mt. Etna, Sicily
📜 Winemaking: Organic, unfiltered, minimal sulfur

🔹 Tasting Notes:
A wild, energetic rosé with aromas of wild strawberries, citrus peel, and Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, it’s juicy, slightly saline, and deeply refreshing with bright acidity and a long, mineral-driven finish.

💡 Perfect Pairing: Grilled seafood, spicy Asian dishes, or a Mediterranean mezze platter.

⭐ Grading:

Uniqueness: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) – A fascinating volcanic rosé

Flavor: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.5/5) – Bright, juicy, and fresh.

Complexity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) – Layers of minerality and herbal notes.

Drinkability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) – Super easy to drink and refreshing.