I Capitani, 'Overdose' Rosato, Aglianico, 2024, Irpinia Rosato (DOC)

'One-Liner'
A vivid Campanian rosato with bright red fruit, floral lift and a fuller, more characterful shape than your average pink.

Tasting Note
Bright cherry-pink in the glass. The nose feels expressive and slightly more serious than a simple poolside rosé, with rose petals, red berry fruit and a gently confectioned, almost candied edge. On the palate it is fresh but not slight, showing juicy cherry and strawberry fruit, a soft texture and enough body to make it very useful at the table. Dry, polished and quietly distinctive.

Country: Italy
Region: Campania
Sub-Region: Irpinia DOC
Grape(s): 100% Aglianico
ABV: 13%
Friendly: Vegan, Organic, Sustainable

Awards & Critics' Scores
95 points – Luca Maroni

The Story
I Capitani is based in the Avellino hinterland of Campania, an area with a deep wine culture and a strong connection to Aglianico. Overdose takes that local red grape and turns it into a rosato with a bit more presence than the very pale, delicate style you often see elsewhere. It still feels bright and fresh, but there’s clearly a regional stamp here too – more intensity, more perfume and a bit more grip and shape on the palate

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Meat/fish: Swordfish with tomato, capers and oregano

- Vegetarian: Roasted red pepper and ricotta bruschetta with basil

- Vegan: Watermelon, tomato and olive salad with mint and toasted almonds