Why do many connoisseurs of elite alcohol prefer pink champagne? Firstly, the original color and taste of the unique alcohol remind little of traditional sparkling wine. Secondly, aesthetes are attracted by affordable cost: after all, before the drink was affordable only to aristocrats, and now anyone can buy it.
Gift from Provence
The inscription Rose, which adorns the label of champagne, indicates that before you is a kind of sparkling wine with a strength of 11 to 13 degrees, which is obtained by mixing juice of white and red grape varieties with the addition of cane sugar and special yeast. Next, the cuvée (as the French call the resulting mixture) is bottled for secondary fermentation so that carbon dioxide appears in the drink.
Provence is considered to be the birthplace of pink champagne, as the masters of the French province made a similar drink several centuries ago. Sparkling was originally distinguished by its natural CO 2 content . However, with the advent of the technology of adding carbon dioxide to bottles, it began to be saturated with gas artificially.
Features
The main difference between Rose champagne and others is the predominance of the berry aroma of fresh strawberries, strawberries and raspberries. While you are in the glass for a long time, notes of ginger, pepper and peony appear in the drink. Of course, only those who are well versed in this drink and know the features of each type can recognize and feel such a delicate taste.
The final sweetness depends on the amount of cane sugar added. Pink sparkling is produced in a variety of ways - from Extra Brut to Doux. Dry wines have the greatest value, as the process of their creation is long and complicated.
Cost
The price of Rose champagne is almost 2 times higher than that of other similar types of alcohol. The high cost is explained by a complex production process and a longer aging time. The correct selection of the proportion of white and red grape varieties is only possible for experienced craftsmen. Automation is unacceptable here, so the work is done exclusively by hand.
In terms of production, pink champagne is inferior to other varieties. Its share in the structure of wines is only 1%. However, statistics claim that over the past few years, the popularity of the drink has increased markedly. Now that all classes of the population can afford this sparkling variety, we can begin to describe the specimens most beloved by our customers.
Champagne Bosca Rose
The story of Bosco is quite interesting. According to legend, for one of the national holidays, Argentine winemakers wanted to make sparkling wine of their own production. The drink was so good that it was decided to repeat the successful experience. As a result, having begun as an experiment, Luigi Bosca alcohol became no less popular than its counterparts from the French province of Champagne.
Today, the brand has vineyards around the world. But the main pride of "Bosco" is that the brand produces excellent champagne at a competitive price. After all, making a drink is half the production. But only a few manage to make it inexpensive and tasty. In addition, Luigi Bosca offers a wide range of champagne wines:
- Anniversary Dolce - Known as the "Original Bosque." Our compatriots favorite sparkling wine has a rich fruity taste and well-tracked sweetness.
- Anniversary Rosso - famous for a very interesting composition: in its manufacture uses red berries and blue grapes.
- Asti - notable for its lack of sugar.
- Anniversary Brut - very tasty and incredibly cheap.
- Piemonte - low-calorie dry wine.
- Bosca Rose - champagne, which is recommended to serve with hot pastries.
- Prosecco - a feature of the drink is the presence of citrus notes on the palate. Unusual combination for sparkling.
- Anniversary Gold Label - a sweet drink, has a slight fruity flavor, which is very reminiscent of "Soviet".
To pink champagne, besides sweet hot pastries, fruits “go” perfectly. And according to customers, it is advisable to give preference to citruses. The average degree of a drink is 7.5%, and the cost varies from 250 to 400 rubles per bottle.
Brut Rose by Louis Roederer
"Louis Roderer" - the oldest house of Champagne, included in the list of 30 of the best producers of sparkling wines in the world. According to the founder of the brand, great pink champagne should be made exclusively from ripe grapes. But in the climate of the French province, compliance with this rule was a certain difficulty. Therefore, Louis Roderer allocated the Kumier vineyard for the production of the product, where, thanks to clay-limestone soil and proper lighting, the raw materials ripen very early.
Champagne Rose Brut by Louis Roederer is a luxurious aristocratic sparkling drink, which is available in limited quantities. The product shows a fresh, expressive aroma woven from strawberry notes, rose petals, white peach and citruses. And after a while, the subtle nuances of minerals appear.
The taste of “Rose Brut” conquers with a rich variety: refreshing fruit shades, interwoven with piquant sourness, delight for a long time with its seductive aftertaste.
At a young age, pink Brut Rose champagne is ideal for an aperitif. Over time, the characteristics of the drink become more complicated, and it becomes more gastronomic: goes well with sea bass, lobster dishes, young rabbit meat. Also, French sparkling wine will serve as a good accompaniment to a dessert of red berries.
A Refined Gourmet Drink
Champagne Ruinart Rose is made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes with the addition of red wine with a strength of 15%.
The characteristic sourness in taste constantly changes its intensity. The harmony and elegance of pink sparkling reflects the perfect balance of shades such as grapefruit, custard and white chocolate. This combination is organically complemented by ripe peach motifs and piquancy of spices.
A rather complex composition gives the “Ruinar Rose” a rich aroma. Here there is an exotic note in the form of guava, truffles, pomegranate and blueberries, as well as spices, soft acidity of orange peel, complemented by the smell of roasted nuts and hot pastries.
The approximate cost of a 0.75 liter Ruinart Rose bottle is 7,900 rubles.
Pink Champagne Santo Stefano Rose Amabile
Many people, when they learn that "Santo Stefano" is produced in Russia, have a suspicion about the taste of the product (against the background of "Soviet"). In fact, according to buyers, everything is not so bad. Moreover, it’s even excellent, because the taste of this sparkling wine is pleasant and refined in some places.
To begin with, Santo Stefano Rose champagne is not made in private vineyards. Yes, the production is carried out by ZAO NPO Agroservice, located in the Moscow region. But the raw materials are imported, and the company keeps the information about where it is supplied from. The volume of products is not so large, so pink sparkling drink is rare on the shelves.
According to consumer reviews, “Santo Stefano” will appeal to girls, as its gentle and sweet taste will be of interest to the fair sex. At the first sip, strawberries are clearly felt. However, it does not overlap the remaining shades of forest berries.
To understand how the manufacturer positions his product, just look at the label that says: "Carbonated wine drink." Thus, “Santo Stefano” immediately announces to the buyer that this is not champagne. And his fortress is not at all "wine" - only 8%.
Santo Stefano Rose goes well with white meat, seafood, fish dishes, and is also ideal for desserts and fruits.
Happy hours rose
Unfortunately, there are very few reviews of this drink on thematic forums. Either customers are concerned about its low cost (100-150 rubles), or whether the product is produced in small quantities and is mainly sold in the Magnit chain of stores - it is not clear.
However, those who have managed to find and try domestic-made goods claim that Happy Au pair is a carbonated wine drink with a low percentage of alcohol (only 7.5).
According to them, pink Happy Hours Rose champagne is drunk easily and naturally and tastes like sweet soda. But do not forget that this is alcohol, and getting drunk from it is quite simple.
Last Tips
When choosing a pink sparkling wine, it is worth remembering that the bottle should be made of dark glass, and the word Rose must be present on the label. Champagne is usually served with a truffle dessert, salmon paste, lobster and baked venison. The optimum temperature of the drink is +10 ... + 12 o C.
A narrow circle of connoisseurs, a low percentage of production and the complexity of manufacturing technology attract little scammers, so fake pink champagne is a rare occurrence.