Alma Negra Brut Nature Mendoza Sparkling Rose 750ml

From the innovative team at Alma Negra comes this striking Brut Nature Rosé, a sparkling wine that showcases Argentina's potential for producing world-class traditional method bubbles. Crafted from high-altitude Pinot Noir grown in the Uco Valley, this zero-dosage sparkler represents a bold statement about the future of Argentine sparkling wine, combining New World fruit with Old World technique.

The extreme conditions of the Uco Valley - with vineyards planted above 4,000 feet - create ideal conditions for sparkling wine production. Cool nights preserve crucial acidity while intense mountain sunshine develops complex flavors in the Pinot Noir grapes. The decision to produce a Brut Nature style with no dosage allows the pure expression of this exceptional terroir to shine through without any masking sweetness.

This rosé sparkler presents a beautiful salmon-pink color with fine, persistent bubbles that speak to quality production methods. The nose offers an enticing blend of wild strawberries, raspberries, and blood orange, enhanced by subtle floral notes and a distinctive mineral character. There's remarkable purity here - the absence of dosage allows the Pinot Noir character to express itself fully, with hints of cherry blossom and wet stones adding complexity.

On the palate, the wine delivers impressive intensity and precision. The mousse is creamy and well-integrated, carrying flavors of red berries and citrus across the palate. The zero-dosage style results in a bone-dry, refreshing wine where the fruit's natural ripeness provides all the necessary balance. There's a pleasant phenolic grip from the Pinot Noir that adds structure and gastronomic potential, while the finish is long and mineral-driven with persistent berry notes.

What distinguishes this sparkling rosé is its combination of technical excellence with distinctive Argentine character. This isn't an imitation of Champagne but rather a unique expression of high-altitude terroir through the lens of traditional method production. The Brut Nature style showcases confidence in the quality of the base wine - only exceptional fruit can succeed without dosage.

Perfect as an aperitif or throughout a meal, this versatile sparkler pairs beautifully with seafood, charcuterie, or lighter meat dishes. For those seeking sophisticated sparkling wine with a point of difference, Alma Negra's Brut Nature Rosé offers compelling evidence of Argentina's emerging excellence in traditional method production.