SPUMANTE BRUT MILLESIMÉ

Classification

White sparkling wine fermented in the bottle.

Grapes

100% Chardonnay.

Characteristics of the vineyard

The grapes are from our "San Martino" vineyard , planted in 1979 with only Chardonnay vines, facing east on the highest part of the estate.

Production method

Harvesting is entirely by hand with a strict selection of the grape bunches. In particularly warm years the grapes are picked at dawn, so that the grapes remain fresh and the acidity is higher.

Vinification

Soft pressing, preventive purifying of must, fermentation at controlled temperature.

Maturation

On its own lees for at least five years in "tufo" caves at a natural temperature of 12° C. .

Refining

After the dégorgement (removal of sediment), it is left to clarify for at least six months before being marketed.

Longevity

After dégorgement it can age for some years provided the bottle is kept horizontal and at constant 12° C. temperature.

Colour and characteristics

Pale gold, extremely fine and persistent pérlage, creamy bubbles.

Aroma

Typical full, mellow fragrance of yeast.

Flavour

Dry, tasty, fresh.

Serving temperature

5° - 8° C.

Suggested accompaniments

As an aperitif with smoked salmon, caviar, shellfish and seafood, with both "parmigiano" and "pecorino maremmano" cheese. During a meal with all fish dishes.