Cerasuolo 2024

Overview

The Cerasuolo 2024 from Podere della Torre is a certified organic rosé wine, a true expression of the Abruzzo territory. Belonging to the Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC, this wine captures the essence of native red grapes with elegance and personality. The 2024 vintage combines freshness, structure, and aromatic complexity in a dynamic and flavorful wine. Produced following the winery’s sustainable philosophy, it perfectly balances tradition and modern winemaking techniques, highlighting the natural vibrancy and elegance of the Cerasuolo.

Wine History

Cerasuolo has been a hallmark of Abruzzo for centuries, recognized for its characteristic cherry-pink color and bright, aromatic profile. Historically, it was vinified primarily as a light rosé for local consumption, but recent decades have seen a resurgence in quality-focused production. Podere della Torre continues this tradition using certified organic practices, producing a rosé that showcases both heritage and contemporary style. The wine reflects the historical importance of Cerasuolo while offering a refined expression suitable for modern palates.

Vineyard Philosophy

The vineyards for Cerasuolo 2024 are trained with a cordone speronato system (spur-pruned bilateral cordon), planted in 2005, with a spacing of 3 m x 1 m. Managed organically, the vines are carefully maintained to promote soil health, biodiversity, and optimal fruit ripening. Manual vineyard work ensures healthy, balanced grapes with excellent natural acidity, necessary to produce a rosé with structure, freshness, and aromatic intensity. The hillside location and microclimate further enhance the grape’s expressive potential.

Winemaking Approach

Grapes are hand-harvested and fully destemmed. A pre-fermentation cold maceration is carried out to extract aromas and flavors, followed by static decanting and fermentation at 16-18 °C with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel. The wine is aged on fine lees in stainless steel to enhance body, complexity, and mouthfeel, while preserving freshness and aromatic purity. This careful vinification creates a rosé that is both dynamic and structured, capturing the unique character of the Cerasuolo grape.

Tasting Notes

Color: deep cherry-pink with coral highlights.
Nose: intense aroma of fresh red fruits, citrus, chinotto, blood orange, complemented by spices, bitter roots, dried tobacco leaf, and subtle earthy notes.
Palate: dry, structured, and slightly alcoholic, with soft tannins that lend freshness and succulence. Sapidity and flavor intensity, with hints of licorice, culminate in a long, clean, and persistent finish.

Food Pairings

Cerasuolo 2024 pairs wonderfully with seafood appetizers, shellfish, seasonal salads, and light pasta dishes. It also complements white meats, delicate cured meats, and slightly spiced preparations. Its freshness and dynamic structure make it suitable as an aperitif, showcasing versatility and elegance in every sip.

Technical Sheet

• Denomination: Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC 2024

• Grape variety: native red grapes, certified organic

• Vineyards: cordone speronato, planted 2005, 3 m x 1 m spacing

• Harvest: manual

• Vinification: total destemming, pre-fermentation maceration, fermentation with indigenous yeasts at 16-18 °C

• Aging: stainless steel on fine lees

• Format: 0.75 l – Stelvin screw cap

• Traceability: fg 12 part. 330, 331, 1293

• Alcohol content: approx. 12.5% vol

• Serving temperature: 10-12°C

• Contains sulfites

Podere della Torre – Winery in Abruzzo

History & Identity

Podere della Torre is an artisanal winery located in the rolling hills of Abruzzo. Its identity is deeply rooted in tradition, combined with a modern vision of organic farming. The estate was born from the desire to create wines that fully reflect the territory, produced with respect for the land and its biodiversity. Here, history, passion, and cultural heritage come together to deliver wines that carry the authentic taste of Abruzzo “from the hills to the glass.”

Vineyard Philosophy & Organic Cultivation

The winery follows organic farming, not as a marketing choice but as a true philosophy of life. Chemical pesticides and intensive practices are avoided in favor of sustainable methods that respect the soil and the natural ecosystem. The vineyards, planted mainly with indigenous varieties, benefit from the hilly location, where exposure and ventilation enhance the freshness and aromatic profile of the grapes.

In the Cellar & Winemaking Approach

At Podere della Torre, winemaking is carried out with a strong artisanal spirit. Although not all technical details are disclosed, the philosophy is clear: vinification aims to preserve the natural identity of the grape. Transparency, simplicity, and respect for the raw material guide every process, whether the wine is aged in steel or in wood. Each bottle reflects the authenticity and uniqueness of the estate’s terroir.

Territory, Vines & People

The Abruzzo hills, with their Mediterranean climate mitigated by mountain breezes, offer ideal conditions for viticulture. The soils, combined with altitude, give balance and minerality to the wines. The people behind Podere della Torre play a central role: their commitment and passion are the soul of the winery, ensuring wines that are not standardized, but rather true to their land and crafted with personality.