90+ Cellars Sparking Rose 49

Sparkling Rosé 49 from 90+ Cellars is a pink sparkling wine at 12.0% ABV, with Veneto given as its region. The lighter alcohol and the Veneto connection point to a fresh, fruit-forward style in the manner of Italian sparkling rosé, and that is what to expect here. Rosé sparklers like this usually show red berry fruit, with strawberry, raspberry and a little citrus peel, along with floral hints and a light, creamy mousse. Expect a light to medium body, bright acidity, no meaningful tannin and no oak influence. The finish in this style is typically clean and short to medium, and many bottles carry a touch of residual sweetness, though the label details here do not specify a dosage level. This is a bottle to drink young. Sparkling rosés built for freshness are at their best soon after release, and extended cellaring tends to dull the fruit rather than add complexity. Serve it well chilled, around 40 to 45°F (4 to 7°C), which keeps the bubbles fine and the acidity lively. Roughly three hours in the refrigerator or thirty minutes in an ice bucket will get it there. It does not need decanting, and pouring it into a decanter would only strip the carbonation. A tulip-shaped white wine glass or a universal sparkling flute works well, and the tulip shape gives the berry and floral aromas a bit more room than a narrow flute. At the table, the acidity and soft fruit suit salty and lightly fatty foods: prosciutto and melon, fried calamari, tempura vegetables, goat cheese crostini, or a charcuterie board with mild cheeses. It also handles mildly spicy dishes such as Thai salads or shrimp tacos, where a hint of sweetness helps tame the heat. Brunch dishes like smoked salmon, eggs Benedict and fruit tarts are another natural fit, and it works as an aperitif on its own.