Featured at RoséFest 2026

Ampeleia Rosato was one of the bottles people kept coming back to at RoséFest, especially once they realized how different it felt from classic Provence rosé. It comes from biodynamic vineyards in coastal Tuscany and drinks with more savory detail and texture than the pale, easygoing style most people expect from rosé. Wild strawberry, blood orange, citrus peel, and Mediterranean herbs carry through a crisp, mineral finish that feels distinctly coastal. It is bright and refreshing, but there is enough depth underneath it to hold attention all the way through dinner.

Quick Facts

• Region: Tuscany, Italy
• Appellation: Toscana IGT
• Variety / Blend: Carignano, Alicante Nero
• Vintage: 2023
• Style: Savory, mineral Tuscan rosé
• Farming: Certified biodynamic
• Winemaking: Native yeast fermentation with minimal intervention
• ABV: 12.5%
• RoséFest Category: Discovery Bottle
• Best For: Mediterranean food, seafood, outdoor dinners, adventurous rosé drinkers

Tasting Profile

• Aromas: Wild strawberry, blood orange, watermelon rind, dried herbs, citrus peel
• Palate: Bright, savory, mineral, and lightly textured with fresh red fruit and coastal salinity
• Finish: Dry, energetic, and persistent with a subtle herbal edge
• Serve With: Grilled fish, tomato dishes, charcuterie, roasted vegetables, tuna crudo, or anything with olive oil and herbs

Why We Love It at Petit Philippe

Ampeleia is one of those wines that quietly separates itself once you spend time with it. The farming is serious, the winemaking stays out of the way, and the wine ends up feeling alive without drifting into natural wine clichés. We also love that it does not try to imitate Provence. It tastes like coastal Tuscany: savory, herbal, mineral, and a little wild around the edges in a good way. This was one of the more interesting rosés in the RoséFest lineup because it gave people something different without losing drinkability.

Our Rosé Pick this Season

This is the bottle to open when you want rosé that feels a little more food-driven and conversation-worthy. It works especially well for long outdoor dinners where the wine stays on the table instead of disappearing after the first glass. If you already like Etna Rosso, coastal Italian whites, or more savory Mediterranean wines, this is an easy rosé to fall into.

Winemaking

Ampeleia Rosato is produced from certified biodynamic vineyards in Maremma on the Tuscan coast. Fermentation takes place with native yeasts and minimal intervention to preserve freshness and site character rather than push overt fruit. The coastal influence and naturally bright acidity keep the wine energetic, while the Mediterranean varieties bring savory texture and herbal complexity.

Serving & Pairing

Serve lightly chilled, around 50°F. This wine works best at the table with grilled seafood, roasted vegetables, tomato-based dishes, salumi, Mediterranean herbs, olive oil-driven cooking, and coastal Italian flavors. Give it a few minutes in the glass as it warms up slightly. The savory side becomes much more expressive.

Estate Overview

Ampeleia is a biodynamic estate in Maremma on the Tuscan coast, originally founded as a collaboration between Elisabetta Foradori, Thomas Widmann, and Giovanni Podini. The winery focuses on low-intervention farming and wines that reflect the rugged coastal landscape of southern Tuscany rather than polished international styles. Rosato di Ampeleia was one of the most limited bottles in the RoséFest lineup and quickly became a favorite for guests looking for something more savory, mineral, and quietly distinctive than classic Provence rosé.