
Italian spirits and wine company Stella Rosa has added to its Spicy Series with a new, spicy flavor: Watermelon & Chili.
The new arrival comes on the back of Pineapple & Chili and Mango & Chili as part of the range, recognized for combining fruit-led sweetness with a hint of spice.
Characterized as a "vibrant blend of ripe watermelon and mellow, spicy Calabrian chili," the new arrival provides a mix of "crisp sweetness" and "lingering warmth.".
Stella Rosa's Watermelon & Chili is crafted from a combination of 95% white moscato and 5% brachetto grapes cultivated in Italy and hand-picked at optimal ripeness. With an invigorating 5% ABV, Watermelon & Chili is suited for easy consumption, either chilled solo or mixed with cocktails.
Steve Riboli, president of Stella Rosa Wine, stated: "Our innovation in the flavor profiles that our Gen Z and millennial fans are abuzz about, in this instance, sweet heat, keeps the brand feeling new while remaining consistent with the iconic sweet profile Stella Rosa is famous for"
The new flavor can be found at most major retailers for $11.99 throughout the US.
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Ecommerce PLatform: FOODBEV MEDIA Ltd.
Company: Stella Rosa
