Santa Margherita Brut Rosé (75cl, 11.5%)

Santa Margherita Brut Rosé is an Italian sparkling rosé from Veneto, made from Chardonnay, Glera and Malbec. Santa Margherita was founded in 1935. The cuvée uses 50–55% Chardonnay, 40–45% Glera and roughly 5% Malbec, with a brief maceration for colour before blending. It undergoes a second fermentation for one month in pressure tanks at 15°C, then six months of maturation in pressurised tanks. The aroma brings crunchy red berry, honeysuckle, rose petal, strawberry and citrus zest. The palate is bright, with white cherry, mixed berry fruits, crisp acidity, creamy mousse, dried herb and pineapple. The finish is medium in length, with faint smoke and orange zest.