# Langhe Rosato (Francone)

> Rosé, Langhe DOC Rosato by [Francone](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/francone.md), Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/francone-langhe-rosato).

- **Producer:** Francone
- **Style:** Rosé
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Rosato
- **Grape:** Pinot Nero, Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto (percentages vary by vintage)
- **Vinification:** Hand-picked. Skin contact in the wine press, alcoholic fermentation in vat, "sur lie" maturation for about 5 months, no malolactic fermentation.
- **Serving temperature:** Served cold (8-10 °C) in summer and chilled (10-12 °C) the rest of the year.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A rosé blended from Pinot Nero, Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto, presented by the producer as the fresh side of the big reds. To drink within 1 to 4 years of harvest.

## Food pairings

Seafood, oysters, prawns or shellfish and exotic or Asian dishes such as pad thai or Creole rougail stew. Creamy sauce and chicken Caesar salad, or a classic starter like melon and Parma ham. Fresh and young cheese, tropical fruit sorbet for dessert.