Lumare Rosato IGT Calabria – Tenuta Iuzzolini (75cl)

Price range: £19.20 through £218.85

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Bottle Quantity

1, 6, 12

Lumare Rosato IGT Calabria is a well-balanced, food-friendly Italian rosé from one of Calabria’s most established family wineries. It is designed to offer freshness and drinkability, while still delivering regional character and structure.

Wine Details

  • Producer: Tenuta Iuzzolini

  • Region: Calabria, Southern Italy

  • Production Area: Hills near Carfizzi (Province of Crotone)

  • Classification: IGT Calabria

  • Grape Varieties: Gaglioppo, Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Alcohol (ABV): 13%

  • Style: Dry rosé wine

Winemaking & Ageing

The grapes are harvested from hillside vineyards benefiting from strong Mediterranean sunshine and cooling coastal influences. After gentle pressing and short skin contact to achieve its delicate colour, fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures to preserve freshness and aromatics.


Lumare is aged briefly in stainless steel to maintain purity of fruit and vibrancy, with no oak influence. The focus is on clarity, balance and immediacy rather than heaviness or sweetness.

Colour

Delicate salmon-pink with soft coral highlights.

Aromas & Flavour

On the nose, Lumare offers clean aromas of red berries, light floral notes and subtle Mediterranean freshness. The palate is dry, smooth and well-balanced, combining gentle red fruit from Gaglioppo with the lift and structure provided by Cabernet Sauvignon. Fresh acidity keeps the wine lively, while the finish is clean, precise and easy-going.

Food Pairing

This is a genuinely versatile rosé that performs well at the table:

  • Seafood and shellfish

  • Grilled fish

  • White meats

  • Light pasta dishes

  • Mediterranean and vegetable-led cuisine

It also works well as an aperitivo when served well chilled, particularly in warmer months or alongside small plates.

Why Buy This Wine

Lumare Rosato IGT Calabria is a reliable, characterful alternative to generic rosé styles. It offers more flavour and structure than many pale rosés, authentic southern Italian character, and a respected family producer behind it. A practical, confident choice for both casual drinking and food-led occasions.

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Real questions our customers ask.
What makes Lumare Rosato IGT Calabria by Tenuta Iuzzolini stand out as a rosé?
Lumare Rosato is a dry rosé from Calabria in Southern Italy, crafted to balance freshness, regional character, and structure. Made from Gaglioppo and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown on sun-soaked hillside vineyards near Carfizzi, it offers a delicate salmon-pink colour with coral highlights and a bright, clean palate that delivers both vibrancy and ease of drinking.
How would you describe the taste and aroma profile of Lumare Rosato?
On the nose, Lumare Rosato presents fresh red berries, subtle floral notes, and a touch of Mediterranean freshness. The palate is dry, smooth, and well-balanced, combining the gentle red fruit intensity of Gaglioppo with the lift and structure of Cabernet Sauvignon, all underscored by lively acidity and a clean, precise finish.
What dishes pair best with Lumare Rosato IGT Calabria?
This rosé pairs beautifully with Mediterranean-inspired dishes such as grilled white fish, seafood and shellfish, light pasta with fresh herbs, and vegetable-led recipes. Its refreshing acidity and balance also make it a fine match with white meats or as a chilled aperitivo alongside small plates during warmer months.
Is there a particular historical or regional significance behind this rosé from Calabria?
Yes, Lumare reflects centuries of winemaking tradition in Calabria, a region that has long refined rosé styles to complement its local cuisine. The blend of native Gaglioppo with international Cabernet Sauvignon showcases how Calabrian producers like Tenuta Iuzzolini harmonise indigenous character with structure, delivering a wine that is both authentic and accessible.