In 1993, Enrico Martellozzo, with the help of his winemaking father Paolo, took control of a historic site in the commune of Valdobbiadene, with the centre of operations just a kilometre south of the famous village of the same name. They immediately renamed the site Bellussi, a moniker derived from the bellussare pruning method which is commonly used in Valdobbiadene. Then began a decades-long expansion restoring vineyards and establishing one of the most impressive wineries in the Prosecco area.
The rosé is 90% Glera with just 10% Pinot Nero, and was sourced from various DOC vineyards within the Prosecco area. While the Glera was processed as per the DOC Extra Dry Prosecco, the Pinot Noir saw a short maceration for the infusion of colour. At just under 10 g/L residual, it is just a little drier than the DOCG, but suffers no lack of fragrance. Hints of small red fruits and citrus dance across an elegant and refined palate. Although well-suited as an aperitif, this wine also finds great partners at the dinner table.
