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SPARKLING WINES

Sparkling wine is a wine that, when it is sealed, produces foam, caused by the presence of carbon dioxide. The legislation stipulates that a natural sparkling wine is a wine produced by the first or second alcoholic fermentation of fresh grapes, wine grape must, which is characterized by the separation from carbon dioxide arising exclusively from fermentation and that, at a temperature of 20 ° in closed containers has a pressure of not less than 3 atmospheres and a minimum alcohol content of 9.5%. There are two types of sparkling wine: one that involves bottle fermentation and is called the Classic Method, and the other, where fermentation occurs in autoclaves, is called the Charmat Method. The spumante's history dates back to the first century AD. when Pliny the Elder quoted in his Naturalis Historia the "sparkling wines of the goddess Augusta". But the real champagne of the sparkling wine was Dom Perignon, abbot of Hautvillers in Champagne and abbey winery, who was the first to perfect the method for producing the bubbles that was called the Champenoise Method. In Italy the first to adopt this method were the Gancia, in Piedmont to 1850, in 1871 the Carpene Malvolti in Veneto, and at the beginning of 900 by Ferrari in Trentino. Today in Italy, like in the rest of the world, this name can no longer be used. In Italy it is called Classic Method, in Spain Cava, in France outside the Champagne region the name Cremant is used, in Germany Sekt is used. Vineyards Traditionally used are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.Most of the sparkling wines are produced by assembling these three varieties in varying quantities, Chardonnay gives elegance and refinement, the Pinot Noir structure and power, and the Pinot Meunier fruity aromas. If a sparkling wine is produced using only Chardonnay or white berry grapes it is called Blanc de Blancs, whereas if you are using red grape vines the name will be Blanc de Noirs. But how is a sparkling wine produced? First, it is necessary to harvest uncomplicated grapes so as to have a slightly low sugar level and a high acidity. With the grapes in the cellar, the base wine is prepared which must have a strong acidity and then be bottled for the fermentation. The pressing of the clusters must be soft, the first fraction of squeezing is the most valuable and is used for cuvèes while the second fraction is destined for the formation of the most common sparkling wines. Once the base wine is obtained, in the spring the winery will proceed to the formation of the cuvèe. The wine cellar must be very experienced and prepared, in fact, will try to assemble different wines from their origin, vine, year of production so as to obtain cuvèes that each year have characteristics of taste, complexity and structure that can be attributed to the company. If a vintage is particularly favorable, the winery may decide to use the grapes only of that vintage and in this case it will be referred to sparkling wine millesimato. Produced by our cuvèes, it is added to the so-called liquer de tirage, which is nothing more than wine, sugar and yeast. Add 24 grams of sugar because four grams are used to produce an atmosphere.Then the wine is bottled, and the bottles are sealed hermetically with crowned caps and stuck in the cellar in a horizontal position. Thus begins the foaming, where the yeasts transform the sugar into alcohol and a good amount of carbon dioxide is produced that is bottled by forming the bubbles. This process must take place at 10/12 ° temperatures so that fermentation takes place slowly and the bubbles that form, the so-called perlage, will be fine and persistent. After fermentation, the yeasts are self-destruct and precipitate to the bottom of the bottle, and remain in contact with the wine to which they will give aromas and perfumes. The longer this contact time is the better the sparkling wine you will get. Once a month the bottles are shaken so that the yeasts are suspended and do not hang on the bottom. Once the aging period has elapsed, the remuage begins, which is the practice of eliminating the yeast yeast and the lees from the sparkling wine. The bottles are put into the pupitres that are boards with several holes hooded up. The bottles are put down with their neck down and every day they are rotated so that the lees drop to the cap. Remuneration can take up to 12 months. Today, this operation is carried out automatically through the giropalettes. When all the bottles are upright, with the tip down, you go to the degorgement, which is to freeze the neck of the bottle in a coolant solution. At this point the bottle is disconnected, and due to the internal pressure the lees are eliminated. The grafting operation follows the addition of expedition liquor, a liquid made up of aged wine, distilled and variable parts of sugar depending on the type of sparkling we want to obtain, extrabrut, brut, extradry and ... if after dosé not it will put sugar. After finishing the bottling, the bottles will be put into the cellar for a few months before being sold. In sparkling wines obtained with the Charmat or Martinotti Method, the second fermentation occurs in autoclaves. It may vary from three months, Charmat Short Method, to Six Months, Long Charmat Method. Another difference with the Classic Method is that aromatic grapes such as Moscato, Brachetto and Malvasie are used, as this method is used to enhance the fresh scents of grapes. Sparkling wines usually use cold at a temperature of 6/8 ° even if it is better to propose the special cuvèes and the millesimates around the 10/12 °. Several dishes are served at the table. Perfect as an aperitif, ideal for accompanying first courses with vegetables and fish, seafood seconds. If based on Pinot Noir you can go with the salami, Parmigiano Reggiano and meat preparations.

SKU: CDO002

Malvasia di Camillo Donati is straw-yellow in color. On the nose the aromas are intense and aromatic. At the sip denotes good structure, harmonious taste, rich and full, supported by a good vein of freshness. It closes long with a slight bitter aftertaste typical of the vine.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grape variety: Malvasia di Candia.

Alcohol content: 12%.

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: MOS001

Sotocà by Meggiolaro Vini is a full and juicy sparkling wine based on 100% Durella. The hints of yellow fruit blend perfectly with those of citrus fruits and flint. Sotocà will be the ideal bottle to uncork and sip together with a light and crunchy fry.

Region: Veneto

Grapes: Durella

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€15.90
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SKU: MMA006

Mirko Mariotti's “Centro” Orange Label is a refermented wine in a bottle that comes from Garganega grapes macerated on their skins for 10 days. A wine that expresses freshness accompanied by compact and material bubbles.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Garganega

Alcohol content: 11.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€11.90
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SKU: CAM008

Camillo Donati's Trebbiano is a different refermented bottle than usual. Sparkling, surprising, decisive, agile and snappy. Pure bottled joy.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grape variety: Trebbiano.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€17.90
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SKU: FUR008

The "Antico" sparkling wine is obtained using white grapes that come from vineyards over 35 years old grown in Trentino pergola on medium-textured limestone soils. Spontaneous fermentation for the formation of the base wine and re-fermentation in the bottle after it remains to refine on the lees for two years. It is not opened and no sulfur is added before it is put on the market. It has a slightly turbid straw yellow color with lively bubbles. Classic aromas of bread crust, flowers and light mineral notes on the nose. In the mouth great drinkability, pleasantness and all the experience of the yeasts that enhances the mineral strength of the alpine place.


Grapes: White grapes.

Alcohol content: 11.5%.

Aging: Some months in the bottle on the lees.

Contains sulgites

€15.90
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SKU: FMA002

Stropél Bianc IGP Bianco dell’Emilia by Ferretti Vini is a sparkling white wine that comes from a careful blend of Malvasia Aromatica, Malvasia Bianca, Trebbiano, Moscato Bianco and Pignoletto. Its name pays homage to the "little willow" in the Reggio dialect, symbol of an ancient tradition linked to the growth of vines, which were accompanied by this shrub during their development. This wine stands out for its spontaneous fermentation and natural refermentation in the bottle, which give it unique characteristics and an authentic character. On the palate, it has an evident aromaticity, enriched by fresh and floral notes, but maintains a dry and savory drink, capable of perfectly balancing its components and stimulating the desire for a new glass. Stropél Bianc represents an excellence of Emilia, capable of combining tradition, naturalness and sensory pleasure.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: 25% Malvasia Aromatica, 25% Malvasia Bianca, 20% Trebbiano, 20%  Moscato Bianco, 10% Pignoletto.

Alcohol content: 11%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€14.90
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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

€13.10
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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: 11,5%.

Aging:  Refermentation int he bottle.

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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SKU: BRT004

Bergianti's "No Autoclave" is a wine that screams at the top of its lungs the tradition of refermented in Emilia, which is not an autoclave. It comes from red grapes but inside there are also white ones. After the manual harvest of the grapes, fermentation occurs spontaneously in concrete tanks, with a second refermentation in the bottle. No clarification or filtration and negligible addition of sulfur before bottling. Refine for two years on the lees. A fresh and taut wine, pleasant and refreshing, with hints of wild strawberries and bread crust.

Region: Emilia Romagna

Grapes: Blend of white and red grapes.

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€15.90
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SKU: BRT003

Bergianti's "San Vincent" is a wine made from Lambrusco di Sorbara grapes produced with the method of refermentation in the bottle. It was born in memory of a trip to France, to the Champagne lands, during the festivities dedicated to the patron saint of vineyards and winemakers.  Refine two years on the lees. A fresh and taut wine, pleasant and refreshing, with hints of wild strawberries and bread crust.

Region: Emilia Romagna

Grapes: Lambrusco di Sorbara

Alcohol content: 11.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€18.50
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SKU: CDO007

"Mio Sauvignon" is a wine with a fine and elegant bubble, and with a pleasant persistence. The nose has intense and aromatic aromas with floral notes and vegetal hints. In the mouth the pleasant freshness of the bouquet stands out, elegant and with good persistence. Typical of the grape variety.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grape variety: Sauvignon.

Alcohol content: 13%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

 

€17.90
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SKU: BEF001

The Naturale Frizzante Sui Lieviti is a light and very lively wine produced with natural refermentation in the bottle. Deep yellow color, subtle and persistent perlage. On the nose floral and fruity scents, flanked by notes of citrus fruits, yeast and bread crust. In the mouth it is lively, with a good body, perfectly balanced by a good acidity. The yeast on the bottom of the bottle gives the wine softness and longevity.

Grapes: Local white grapes.

Alcohol content: 10,5%.

Aging: refermentation in the bottle

Contains suflites

€13.40
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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: 12.5%.

Aging: Refermentation with the Charmat method

Contains sulfites

€11.90
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SKU: FUR003

Alpino Macerato by Furlani is a sparkling wine obtained from a blend of local aromatic white grapes that come from pergola-grown vineyards. The grapes are harvested in late September and fermented spontaneously. The base wine is fermented in the bottle with the addition of indigenous yeasts only. Sulfur dioxide is not added and the lunar cycles for decanting are followed. It is not filtered. A sparkling wine with aromas of ripe fruit and alpine herbs on the nose. On the palate it is noted for its great freshness, drinkability and enjoyability.

Grapes: Blend of locala white grapes.

Alcohol content: 11.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€14.90
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