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Sparkling wine or Champagne, classic method or charmat method? Spumanti di Valdobbiadene, Prosecco, or Bollicine della Franciacorta? Here is a brief guide to understanding the different processing methods. In the Classic Method and in Champagne, refermentation takes place in the bottle. After the first fermentation, the base wine thus produced, usually with a very marked acidity, is bottled with the addition of the so-called liqueur de tirage, a mixture of sugar, yeast and wine capable of starting the refermentation in the bottle, thus producing the carbon dioxide that gives the wine the traditional foam, the so-called "perlage". In general, the second fermentation lasts a few weeks, then the wine will remain in contact with its fine lees for a period of time ranging from a few years to decades, acquiring aromas and aromas that characterize it, in short, the more time the better. When the winemaker decides that it is the time for disgorgement, the bottles are shaken and rotated periodically to allow the lees to flow towards the cork, in a special container called bidule. This operation can last months, in fact today this work is done with machines called giropallets. When all the dregs are in the bidule the cork is removed by quickly uncorking the bottle so that there is no dispersion of wine and bubbles. There are two opening procedures: freezing the neck of the bottle so as to solidify the lees, or with a more traditional method called a la voleè, used above all in the case of magnums. The bottle is then topped up with the so-called liqueur d'expedition consisting of wine, brandy and sucrose. Depending on the amount of liqueur added, sparkling wines are divided into: pas dosè, extra brut, brut, extra dry, and sweet. In Italy there are many wineries producing sparkling wines Metodo Classico, and the best ones are found in Franciacorta, and in Trentino. In the Charmat or Martinotti Method instead, the refermentation takes place in an autoclave and the yeast sediment is eliminated by isobaric filtration before bottling. It is a method invented by the Italian Federico Martinotti, director of the Royal Oenological Station of Asti, but which was patented by the French engineer Eugène Charmat. It requires shorter processing times, even if there is a short method that lasts 3 months and a long one that usually lasts 6 months. It is used for those vines that can express fresh and fruity aromas such as Moscato, Riesling, Glera, and Muller Thurgau. The Charmat method allows to obtain both sweet and dry sparkling wines and is used to produce Asti spumante, Moscati, Prosecco and aromatic Malvasia. There is a third method for the formation of bubbles called the Ancestral Method. The "Ancestral Method" is the oldest and most natural procedure for obtaining sparkling wines characterized by a delicate and persistent perlage. An example of all, are two regions of great tradition such as Emilia Romagna with its Lambrusco or Veneto with its Prosecco "con il fondo". Looking beyond Italy, the Blanquette in Languedoc-Roussillon in France stands out. In the Ancestral method the fermentation is stopped at a precise sugar content, necessary to guarantee the recovery of the same after bottling, without the additional addition of sugars and yeasts. With the arrival of the first warm, usually in spring, the fermentation starts again with the formation of bubbles, or as the French say, a slightly sparkling "petillant". These wines that do not undergo disgorgement usually appear turbid and present the classic smell of bread crust due to the action of yeasts.

SKU: PMI001

The Crete Pinot Noir Frizzante vinified as a white wine from Piccolo Bacco dei Quaroni is a fresh and immediate wine, an unusual and convivial interpretation of Pinot Noir. Vinification as a white wine yields a clear and fragrant wine, while the light effervescence makes it smooth and pleasant for any informal occasion.

Region: Lumbardy

Grapes: Pinot noir.

Alcohol content: 11%.

Aging: Permanence on noble lees for at least 6 months.

Contain sulfites

€9.90
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SKU: FAL004

Franchina and Giarone's Perbenci Sparkling Rosato is characterized by elegant acidity and a pleasant, crisp freshness. On the nose, aromas of violet and red fruits such as cherry and plum enrich the bouquet. On the palate, it is fragrant, straightforward, and easy to drink, with a subtle tannic texture that balances its freshness and makes it ideal for aperitifs with friends or grilled fish with family. Its versatility makes it perfect for many occasions, making it a must-have for anyone seeking a sparkling and lively rosé.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes:  Red grapes

Alcohol content: 11%.

Aging:  Refermentation int he bottle.

Contains sulfites

€14.90
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SKU: CAG003

Ratatuja is a sparkling wine that comes from a mix of 7 white grapes. Full and original, minerality, fruit and flowers are the scents perceptible at first impact. Once tasted, freshness and flavor give the liquid great drinkability aided by a fine bubble as a constant background.

Grapes: White grapes.

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€16.90
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SKU: NSC005

Regina di Nevio Scala is refermented in the bottle from Moscato grapes only. Vivid, lively, very smooth, it has an aromatic nose with fruity and floral notes. It will be able to brighten up your occasions of carefree conviviality like few others.

Region: Veneto.

Grapes: 65% Moscato giallo - 35% Moscato bianco.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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SKU: DBI004

The Cremant d'Alsace de Raphael by Les Vins Pirouettes is a fresh, agile and crunchy sparkling wine based on a blend of Pinot Blanc, Auxerrois, Riesling, Pinot Grigio. Like a bite of an apple surrounded by white flowers, bread crust and minerality. Tense and thirst-quenching sip, but of great elegance.

Region: France, Alsace.

Grapes: Pinot Blanc, Auxerrois, Riesling, Pinot Grigis.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 26 months on the lees in steel.

Contains sulfites

€27.90
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SKU: TCM003

Black Hole by Tenuta Demaio is made from Primitivo grapes. Refermented in the bottle using the same must as the base. The yeasts present in the bottle guarantee continuous refinement until it is drunk. We recommend drinking it cloudy, it is a delight for both the nose and the palate.

Region: Puglia.

Grapes:Primitivo

Alcohol content: 11.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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SKU: FAL002

The Bianco Frizzante “Margot” by Franchina and Giarone is a fresh, agile and fruity wine. A refermented wine of rare depth and character, rustic and at the same time elegant, highly drinkable and capable of aging in a completely unexpected way. It is refermented according to the ancestral method using frozen must of the same vintage, which gives a light effervescence that tingles the nose and palate. A glass of Margot will fill your heart and taste buds!

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes:  White grapes

Alcohol content: 11%.

Aging:  Refermentation int he bottle.

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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SKU: KGI002
Brand: KOI
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€16.90

Koi's "Lambroosklyn" is a sparkling wine made from Lambrusco Grasparossa refermented in the bottle. A wine full of fruit scents with a fresh and gastronomic drink. Excellent paired with traditional Modenese dishes such as cured meats, fried dumplings and tigelle.. 

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Lambrusco grasparossa

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€16.90
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SKU: BEF008

The Spumante Bianco Brut Natur is the result of Maurizio and Fabiola's passion for their small house in the mountains at 420 meters in the middle of the Belluno woods, in an atmosphere of nature, biodiversity and transparency. Casera Frontin is composed of a blend of local and resistant white grapes grown on soil with the presence of rock and clayey bottom, spontaneous fermentation of the grapes and maceration with its own skins for 3 weeks and then aging in terracotta amphorae. The result is a Brut Nature sparkling wine that expresses the characteristics of this place in delicate floral and fruity notes, which are declined on the palate in fresh and mineral sensations.

Grapes: Local white grapes.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

 

€16.90
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SKU: FUR010

The Spumante Metodo Classico Brut by Furlani is a wine with a good structure, fresh and persistent, obtained from Chardonnay and Pinot nero grapes. Harvested manually in boxes, with a careful selection already in the vineyard. Referments and refines in the bottle, on its own yeasts, for 24 months, after a manual remuage on wooden pupitre. Ideal as an aperitif or to accompany mixed starters and light first courses

Region: Trentino.

Grapes: Chardonnay and Pinot noir.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: 24  months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€18.90
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SKU: CDO003

Malvasia Rosa is the wine that Camillo dedicated to his mother Rosa, because she liked Malvasia very much. It is obtained by adding 5% of a red grape variety to Malvasia. The nose reveals fruity aromas of peach and floral with violet in evidence. On the palate it is full-bodied, endowed with great freshness with a fine bubble that invades the whole palate.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grape variety: Malvasia Rosa.

Alcohol content: 13%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

 

€15.90
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SKU: ARC008

Spumante Brut Nature Marasco is a juicy and fragrant wine made from Marasco grapes. It has a straw yellow color with a delicate perlage. On the nose hints of pear, with notes of citrus and light sensations of notes of bread. In the mouth the bubbles are fine and delicate, not intrusive, with a good body supported by a nice acidity.y.

Region: Puglia.

Grapes: Marasco.

Alcohol content: 11%.

Aging: Refermentation in autoclave

Contains sulfites

€16.90
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SKU: BEF002

Rosso Colfòndo Frizzante Sui Lieviti by Casa Belfi is a sparkling wine obtained from reds with the method of refermentation in the bottle. Fruity, floral hints with spicy notes accompanied by sweet notes of sugared almonds. In the mouth acidulous and dry with a balanced tannin.

Grapes: Local red grapes.

Alcohol content: 10,5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€13.50
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SKU: PIS001

Albone by Podere Saliceto is a sparkling wine obtained only from Lambrusco Salamino grapes. Ruby red color with purple reflections, creamy and consistent foam, blackberry and blueberry nose. In combination with fatty and structured dishes, roasted and braised, excellent with pizza.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Lambrusco salamino.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: Refermentation with the Charmat method

Contains sulfites

€11.90
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SKU: SOL002

SoloUva's Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero is made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. Aged on the lees in bottle for 36 months, it stands out for its mineral freshness and elegant aromatic profile. With delicate notes of citrus and white fruit, it's enriched with a light hint of yeast that enhances its finesse. The long, savory, and persistent finish emphasizes its structure and cleanliness, making it ideal for those seeking a refined wine.

Region: Lumbardy.

Grapes: Chardonnay.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: 36 months on the lees in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€25.90
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