Fortnum's Bardolino Chiaretto Rosato Magnum, Casaretti, 150cl

Azienda Agricola Casaretti is a small, family estate near the eastern shores of Lake Garda, managed by third generation Stefano Rosso. The lake’s moderating influence and alpine breezes create a long, even ripening season ideal for local varieties Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Farming is traditional and low-intervention, while in the winery, gentle extraction preserves Bardolino's characteristic lightness and perfume. This is delicately aromatic wine has notes of raspberry, wild strawberry and red apple, combined with a savoury minerality. It would make a great match for charcuterie, particularly salami or proscuitto. Jasmine Hortop's whimsical illustration portrays the lakeside in a romantic way with a hint of nostalgia. A nod to the Golden Age of Hollywood – think Sophia Loren in a speedboat!

Tasting Note
Delicate and crisp with wild strawberry and citrus zest, this Chiaretto Rosé from the hillsides of Lake Garda is delightfully refreshing. Ideal for sunlit lunches, light salads or whenever the moment calls for something pink.

Food Pairing
Prosciutto and melon; grilled prawns; tomato bruschetta; Niçoise salad.