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Romagnoli Michelangelo da Caravaggio Emilia Rosso IGT

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Additional information

Weight 1 kg
Bottle Quantity

1, 6, 12

With the cuvée of Croatina in combination with Barbera and Merlot, Cantina Romagnoli has achieved the optimal balance of the grape varieties used. An intense bouquet in the glass: crisp red fruits, sour cherries and a hint of roasted wood. The sophisticated development of the Caravaggio Rosso ensures a good structure and a very special minerality with subtle residual sugar. Great all-rounder with the highest score from Luca Maroni.

 

Grape variety:

Croatina, Barbera and Merlot. Production method:

Harvesting the ripe grapes by hand in boxes. Approx. 20% of the Croatina grapes are harvested later in order to obtain a higher concentration of sugar and aromas. Gentle crushing and destemming as well as a 5-6 day maceration in contact with the skins at a controlled temperature of 28-30°C. The wine is turned over 3 times a day. The individual wines are aged in French oak barriques over a period of 12 months. Special feature: Romagnoli uses new wood to age the Croatina portion, which was obtained from the overripe grapes!

 

Color:

Deep ruby ​​red.

Bouquet:

Complex and elegant with hints of crisp red fruits. There is also a clear sour cherry note, a hint of roasted wood and pickled cherries at the end.

 

Taste:

Smooth, fresh, with good acidity and a nice tannin concentration. The subtle residual sugar ensures pleasant drinking pleasure and a remarkable length of taste.

 

Storage:

The Michelangelo da Caravaggio Rosso IGT can mature for 5-6 years after the harvest.

 

Serving temperature:

Serve the Michelangelo da Caravaggio Rosso IGT at 16-18°C.

 

Serving suggestion:

The Michelangelo da Caravaggio Rosso IGT goes excellently with pasta with meat or mushroom sauce, second courses with meat and game as well as with mature cheese.

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Helpful insights on serving, pairing and what to expect from this bottle.

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Real questions our customers ask.
What grape varieties are blended in Romagnoli Michelangelo da Caravaggio Emilia Rosso IGT and how does this affect its character?
This wine is a carefully balanced cuvée of Croatina, Barbera, and Merlot. Croatina brings rich fruit and structure, Barbera adds vibrant acidity and brightness, while Merlot contributes smoothness and supple tannins. Together, they create an intense bouquet of crisp red fruits, sour cherries, and subtle roasted wood notes, delivering a fresh yet complex red with good acidity and elegant minerality.
How is the Romagnoli Michelangelo da Caravaggio Emilia Rosso produced and aged to achieve its distinctive profile?
The grapes are hand-harvested, with about 20% of the Croatina picked later for deeper concentration. After gentle crushing and destemming, the must undergoes 5-6 days of skin contact at a controlled temperature, with regular turnovers for optimal extraction. The wine matures for 12 months in French oak barriques, including new oak for the Croatina portion, which adds structure and subtle complexity to its smooth, fresh palate.
Can you suggest food pairings that complement the Romagnoli Michelangelo da Caravaggio Emilia Rosso?
This wine’s fresh acidity and well-integrated tannins make it ideal alongside pasta dishes featuring meat or mushroom sauces. It also pairs beautifully with second courses of game or richly seasoned meats, and mature cheeses — all of which echo its blend of red fruit, slight roasted notes, and balanced minerality.
Is there a historical or regional significance behind the Romagnoli Michelangelo da Caravaggio Emilia Rosso IGT?
Though not tied to a specific DOC, this wine draws on Emilia’s long tradition of blending local varieties to create food-friendly, well-structured reds. The inclusion of Croatina, Barbera, and Merlot reflects a refined regional practice aimed at showcasing these grapes’ synergy and supporting the hearty culinary heritage of the area, exemplifying the Italian art of blending for balance and elegance.