Adesso Cagnina di Romagna 2024 750ml

Product Info

The 2024 Adesso Cagnina di Romagna Dolce (produced by Poderi dal Nespoli / Agrintesa) is a delightfully sweet, charmingly low-alcohol Italian red wine rooted in a historic winemaking tradition dating back to the 13th century. Vinified entirely from 100% Refosco (known locally in the Romagna region as Cagnina), this youthfully vibrant 2024 vintage showcases an approachable, fruit-driven, and "off-dry" style. It is intentionally crafted to be easy-drinking and crowd-pleasing.

• Red & Black Berries: Dominant notes of fresh wild strawberries, red raspberries, and ripe dark blackberries.
• Florals & Spice: Lifted by a soft whisper of violet floral tones and a faint undertone of sweet baking spice. 

• Flavors: Fleshy core flavors of sweet black raspberries, juicy dark cherries, and a touch of tart pomegranate. 
• Texture & Sweetness: Smooth as silk, unctuously sweet, and velvety on the palate. It boasts a light, delicate frizzante effervescence or gentle soft fuzziness that increases its playful character. 
• Structure: While overtly fruity and sweet, it is not heavy or syrupy like a heavy dessert wine; a refreshing, soft acidity keeps the mid-palate clean and balanced. 

• Grape Variety: 100% Refosco (Cagnina).
• Origin: Romagna DOP, Emilia-Romagna, Northern Italy (specifically sourced from communes like Castrocaro Terme and Meldola).
• Alcohol Content: 9% ABV (intentionally low, as fermentation is stopped early to preserve the natural residual grape sugars).
• Meaning: "Adesso" translates to "now" in Italian, serving as a reminder that this young wine is completely ready to be popped open and enjoyed immediately without cellaring.

• Serving Advice: Best served slightly chilled to maximize its bright berry flavor profile and control the sweetness.
• Food Pairings: In Romagna, it is an absolute autumn staple alongside hot, roasted chestnuts. It also pairs wonderfully with mild young cheeses (like ricotta or burrata), fruit tarts, and dark chocolate desserts, or even contrasting spicy barbecue pork and glazed sausages.