Cuvée Romanissa VdF 2022

Wine description for Cuvée Romanissa VdF rouge 2022 by Matassa

Colour & Appearance

A transparent ruby red, revealing the early harvest and careful vinification – luminous, clear and of seductive brightness.

Nose

Captivating and fruit-driven with cinnamon cherries, lingonberries and ripe red redcurrants. These are joined by plums, elderberries and a floral component. A hint of volatile acidity lends the bouquet liveliness and character – precisely that rustic authenticity that makes natural wines so fascinating.

Palate

Silky and juicy – this is how Cuvée Romanissa presents itself on the palate. The ripe, sweet fruit comes across as charming and soft, never heavy. A fine tannin delicately frames the palate. Cinnamon cherries, red berries, blood orange, dried herbs and sweet liquorice weave together into a harmonious, inviting flavour profile of Mediterranean soul.

Finish

Medium length, juicy and carried by a pleasant freshness that invites the next sip. The fruit lingers, accompanied by spicy herbal notes.

Terroir & Origin

From the Côtes Catalanes in Roussillon, that sun-blessed region between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean, where Catalan culture meets French winemaking tradition. The southern provenance is palpable in every sip.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A blend of Grenache, the rare Lledoner Pelut (a hairy Grenache variant) and small portions of Carignan. Harvested early at just 12% alcohol, spontaneously fermented without extraction, aged in neutral oak. Minimal sulphite use and light filtration – a textbook example of Tom Lubbe’s philosophy of minimal intervention.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with mashed potatoes with caramelised apples, onions and blood sausage, Feijoada (Portuguese mushroom stew with beans) or pheasant terrine. Also a delight with charcuterie, grilled vegetables or Mediterranean stews.

Special Features

An uncomplicated, quaffable natural wine that bears Matassa’s signature: authentic, vibrant and characterised by Mediterranean lightness. The perfect introduction to this exceptional winemaker’s portfolio.