COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Negra Mole
PRODUCER
Casa Santos Lima
REGION
Algarve
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Belíssimo Espumante Bruto Rosé is crafted by the renowned Portuguese producer Casa Santos Lima in the sunny southern region of Algarve. Known for its coastal influence and sandy soils, the Algarve provides a unique terroir for indigenous grape varieties. This sparkling wine highlights Negra Mole, a versatile native grape that thrives in the region's warm climate tempered by Atlantic breezes. Casa Santos Lima, a family-owned company with a long history of winemaking across Portugal, expanded to the Algarve to showcase the potential of this historic wine-growing region.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Negra Mole is the signature grape of the Algarve, rarely found outside this southern Portuguese region.
Fact 02
Casa Santos Lima is one of Portugal's most prolific producers, expanding to Algarve to revive local winemaking traditions.
Fact 03
The Algarve's unique microclimate combines hot Mediterranean sun with cooling Atlantic winds, ideal for balanced sparkling wines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
This sparkling rosé is produced using modern temperature-controlled fermentation techniques to preserve the fresh, primary fruit characteristics of the Negra Mole grape. Following the initial fermentation, the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation to create its delicate bubbles, resulting in a crisp, dry 'Bruto' style that balances vibrant fruitiness with refreshing acidity.
