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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: DER001

Champagne Amateur is a refined and complex Blanc de Blancs, made exclusively with Chardonnay grapes from the Premier Cru of Trépail, in the Montagne de Reims area. This champagne is distinguished by its lively freshness, minerality and impeccable elegance. On the nose, aromas of white fruit and citrus emerge, highlighting its vitality and refinement. The vinification takes place through spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tanks, preserving the pure characteristics of the grapes and ensuring a clean and fresh aromatic profile. The product is disgorged after at least 24 months of aging on the lees, ensuring complexity and depth. Each cuvée represents an authentic expression of a single vintage, making each bottle a true story of the terroir and the vintage of origin.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: Chardonnay.

Alcohol content: 13.5%.

Aging: At least 24 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

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€149.90
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SKU: FDS002

Stella del Filare's Franciacorta Rosè displays unexpected elegance with exceptional drinkability. Made from 100% Pinot Noir from a single vineyard, the bottles are disgorged after approximately 24 months of aging on the lees. The perfect wine for celebrating and clinking glasses late into the night.

Region: Lumbardy.

Grapes:  Pinot noir.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: 24 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€35.90
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SKU: MOS002

The Corte Roncolato by Meggiolaro is a classic method sparkling wine made with Durella grapes. This wine is born from spontaneous fermentation, without the addition of sugars (not dosed), and is refined on the lees in the bottle for a period of 36 months, thus ensuring complexity and depth of flavor. It is an ideal product for lovers of natural and long-maturing bubbles, with an authentic and refined character.

Region: Veneto

Grapes: 95% Durella, 5% Garganega

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: At least 36 months on the lees

Contains sulfites

€23.90
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SKU: PIS004

The "Ringadora" by Podere il Saliceto is a fresh, elegant and drinkable classic method based on 100% Lambrusco di Sorbara. Refermentation in the bottle with a period of at least 18 months on the yeasts. Of a captivating pink, it offers wild strawberry, delicate floral hints, a note of gunpowder and minerality. Tense, dry and tasty in the mouth.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Lambrusco di Sorbara.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: 18 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€23.90
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SKU: FDN002

Vouvray Brut Nature by Domaine du Facteur is a classic method sparkling wine produced only with Chenin Blanc grapes which ages on the yeasts for 12 months before being bottled without dosage. Lively and very elegant, it combines the extreme freshness of the vine with its broad fruity and floral bouquet. Perfect for cheering up the aperitif.

Region: France, Loire

Grapes: Chenin Blanc

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€22.90
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SKU: COT005
Brand: Cotar

The Crna Penina Terrano Spumante by Vina Cotar is an informal and vinous sparkling red wine. Insistent but fine bubbles, intensity and finesse are its main characteristics accompanied by hints of red fruit and extreme fragrance. Freshness, flavor and persistence to spare.

Region: Slovenia

Grapes: Terrano

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging: 5 years in large oak barrels.

Contains sulfites

€36.90
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SKU: LQV003

Colbotto Bianco by Le Quattro Volte is a lively, agile and "shaggy" wine, which will give you a smooth and carefree sip. Produced with Malvasia and Mantonico grapes which are macerated on the skins for a few hours, before refermentation in the bottle.

Region: Calabria.

Grapes: Mantonico, Malvasia Bianca

Alcohol content: 10.5%

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€17.90
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SKU: BRT007

Olivia is the new creation of Bergianti, obtained from Oliva grapes, typical of the area. Wine where drinkability is very satisfying, and which, as soon as it is uncorked, is already finished.

Grapes: Oliva.

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contiens sulfites

€17.90
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SKU: CDU003

For the creation of Champagne Extra Brut "Bistrøtage" B.19, Charles bought the grapes from his mother Francoise Martinot, which is why both names are listed on the label. The B.19 cuvée is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes from the 2017 harvest from the Chervey cru. One year of aging 50% in neutral oak barrels, and 50% in steel tanks. It is rosé Champagne with a predominantly fruity, citrus and mineral aromatic profile. The sip is fresh and dynamic, but very soft.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: Pinot Noir.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 40 months on the lees

Contains sulfites

€99.90
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SKU: PMO001

Peter Lauer produces different versions of Riesling, and in this case he offers it in an unusual effervescent guise. Its Cremant is based on riesling and ages on the lees for 20 months. It has an intense straw yellow color with a fine and persistent effervescence. The nose has a fruity aroma with notes of white peaches and apricots, combined with pleasant sensations of croissants in the background. The sip is fresh and reactive, long and supported by a beautiful acidity typical of riesling. It closes with a long and clean finish.

Region: Germany, Moselle.

Grapes: Riesling.

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: 20 months on the lees.

Contains sulfiets

€28.90
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SKU: AAM003
Brand: Arteteke

Ancestral or pet-nat method, if you prefer, it has unsuspected grit and panache. It smells of unripe raspberries and wild strawberries, the sip is dry and thirst-quenching, graceful and low in alcohol. Lively mousse, uncork with caution, to be drunk without restraint.

Region: Basilicata.

Grapes: Red grapes.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: refermentation in the bottle.

Conatins sulfites

€16.90
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SKU: TER001
Brand: Tarlant

Tarlant's Nature Zero is a Champagne obtained from an almost equal blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Nero and Pinot Meunier. Intense and elegant, with an overwhelming freshness, it ages on the lees for almost 7 years.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: 32% Chardonnay, 32% Pinot Meunier, 32% Pinot noir, 4% pinot meslier

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: 24 months on the less.

Contains sulfites

€64.90
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SKU: MAR003
Brand: Marguet

The Champagne Yuman premier Cru by Marguet is obtained from a Chardonnay base from the municipality of Vrigny in the Reims Mountain. Aged 9 months in oak barrels before the second fermentation of 4 years in the bottle. Not dosed to enhance the characteristics of the terroir.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: Chardonnay.

Alcohol content: 13%.

Aging: At least 24 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€78.90
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SKU: LXR009
Brand: Loxarel

A Pèl Ancestral is a wine made 100% from Xarello grapes with the method of refermentation in the bottle. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in 1000 liter terracotta amphorae with maceration on the skins. The fermentation in the bottle ends. No sugars or yeasts are added. It is marketed with cork and crown cap, in the ancestral style. A full and balanced wine with aromas of ripe white fruit, white flowers and citrus. An elegant salty touch gives it a long and persistent finish.

Region: Spain, Penedes.

Grapes: Xarelho.

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€25.90
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SKU: LXR008
Brand: Loxarel

Amaltea is a Spanish sparkling wine taglieten like a lama, obtained from indigenous varieties of Penedès: 60% Xarello, 30% Macabeu and 10% Parellada. It is an excellent aperitif, but also a refreshing companion to any meal. "Amalthea" is the name of the goat on the label which reflects the philosophy of Loxre in fact, according to Greek mythology, Amalthea raised the god Zeus with her milk and her horn plays an important role in biodynamic viticulture.

Region: Spain, Penedes.

Grapes: 60% Xarello, 30% Macabeu and 10% Parellada. 

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: At least 18 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€20.90
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