# Complici (Rabino)

> Rosé, Vino Rosato by [Rabino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/rabino.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/rabino-complici).

- **Producer:** Rabino
- **Style:** Rosé
- **Denomination:** Vino Rosato
- **Grape:** Arneis 70%, Barbera 30%
- **Production area:** Canale (CN), Roero
- **Soil:** Medium mixture (medio impasto)
- **Exposure:** South-west
- **Harvest:** Early September, hand-picked into crates
- **Vineyard planting:** Vines planted in 1986; eco-sustainable farming
- **Vinification:** After destemming, the grapes cold-macerate for 12 hours, are pressed, and the two musts are joined. Natural fermentation with natural yeasts in steel at 15 °C for about 25 days. The wine rests on its lees in steel until spring, then is bottled; at least 4 months in bottle. Screw cap.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A rosé blended from 70% Arneis and 30% Barbera with a brief maceration, fermented and aged in steel. 13% alcohol, about 2,000 bottles; ageing potential 1 year.

## Tasting notes

Pale pink with good structure and freshness, floral notes and a hint of spice. Conceived to bring together lovers of full, fruity reds and of fresh, floral whites.

## Food pairings

Starters, fish dishes and white meat.