The processing process
Our non-alcoholic apple secco "Rocco" is produced with the greatest care and dedication in order to preserve the natural flavors and bright colour of the red-fleshed apples. We attach great importance to quality and sustainability.
1. Harvest and selection of apples:
The red-fleshed apples of our varieties are harvested at the optimum ripening time at the end of September. The apples are characterised by their intense colour and unique flavour, which gives our Sparkling Rocco its special freshness.
2. Pressing and juice extraction:
The apples are carefully washed and then gently pressed to extract the fresh apple juice. We ensure that the natural colour and aromas are fully preserved.
3. Storage :
The resulting apple juice is stored in cooled and sterile tanks until bottling.
4. Filtration and bottling:
Before our Sparkling Rocco can be bottled, it is filtered very gently so that the natural red colour is not lost. The juice is then impregnated with carbon dioxide using a pressurised tank process. This process takes several days and the juice is always chilled. After impregnation, the juice is filled into our bottles and sealed.
5. Pasteurisation:
In order to preserve our Sparkling Rocco without preservatives, we have to pasteurise it in a pasteuriser. This involves heating the temperature of the juice to 82 degrees Celsius. This enables us to guarantee a shelf life of up to 2 years
6. Labelling and cartoning:
After pasteurisation, the bottles are rinsed with cold water, dried and can now be labelled. The Rocco label is applied here, as is the shrink capsule, and the bottles are then packed into cartons and palletised. Sparkling Rocco is now ready for delivery to our valued customers.