Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Ruggero di Bardo Susumaniello Rosato 2025
Susumaniello Rosato IGP – Puglia, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
Made from 100% Susumaniello, an indigenous grape of Puglia traditionally associated with reds but increasingly appreciated for expressive rosés. This vibrant example offers an appealing balance of freshness, minerality, and fruit, making it equally enjoyable on its own or at the table.

Aromas & Flavors
Wild strawberries, watermelon, pink grapefruit, white peach, delicate floral notes, and a subtle mineral character.

Mouthfeel
Light to medium-bodied with refreshing acidity, a silky texture, and a clean, mineral-driven finish. Bright, balanced, and effortlessly drinkable.

Food Pairings
Grilled shrimp, tuna crudo, Mediterranean salads, burrata, charcuterie, pizza, or light pasta dishes.

Verdict
A versatile rosé that delivers freshness, balance, and flavor without trying too hard. Approachable, food-friendly, and perfect for warm afternoons or casual gatherings.

Did You Know?
Susumaniello was once valued mainly for producing high yields in Puglia, but today many producers intentionally reduce yields to craft wines with greater concentration and character. The grape has become one of southern Italy’s most exciting modern rediscoveries. 🍷 Personal Pick
When I’m looking to step outside the usual rosé regions, this is exactly the kind of bottle I enjoy opening. Susumaniello offers a fresh perspective on Italian rosé, delivering minerality, balance, and easygoing charm that make it both distinctive and effortlessly enjoyable. — 3 hours ago

Kelly Hancock

9.7

My no hang over cheap wine ... no longer sold at trader joe... agggghhhhh — 8 years ago

Sean BCS

9.1

Trying out Bardo — 9 years ago

Corey Clark

9.2

Nice $4 wine! — 13 years ago

Josh Armenta

9.0

Nice Italian red, fruit forward and dry. — 10 days ago

Kara Stockman

10

Hints of blackberry taste. Cigar smell. Full bodied. Rich in tannins. Pairs well with steak. Drank at Bardo. — 7 years ago

Trace Williams

9.0

Had at Bardo April 2019. Dry and delicious. Alex loved it. — 7 years ago

Sean BCS

9.2

Buttery goodness at Bardo — 9 years ago

Debbie Wilhelm

9.2

Straight from Venice this was most delicious. A bit dry with lots of bubbles and flavor. Great pairing with our lobster tails and king crab legs. — 12 years ago

Kyle Volluz

9.5

Superlative! — 3 years ago

Esther Maria Shelley

9.8

Delish overtones of chocolate and I think cherry but not too sweet. Mellow and smooth on the palette. — 5 years ago

Katie Jo Kohls

10

Chilled. Bardo. — 7 years ago

Maria Hanson

9.0

At first sip it was quite tannic but it smoothed out in the glass. Brought this one home from Florence Italy. Only made meatloaf but the dark chocolate for dessert was spot on with it — 9 years ago