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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: 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: PCP004

"Libeccio 225" by Podere Cipolla is a refermented in bottle made from 100% Lambrusco Grasparossa grapes. The lively and cheerful foam, the scents of fruity, floral and yeasty fragrances combined with a lively, refreshing and delicious sip make this bottle very gastronomic and irresistibly satisfying

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Lambrusco Grasparossa.

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging: Bottle fermentation according to the ancestral method without disgorgement.

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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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: SOL002

SoloUva Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero is a sparkling wine made from Chardonnay grapes made according to the SoloUva method without the addition of exogenous sugars; the second fermentation in the bottle is activated by the addition of frozen must. It is a fresh and enveloping bubble, animated by a long savory finish

Region: Lumbardy.

Grapes: Chardonnay.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: 36 months on the lees in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€25.90
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SKU: PAL004

Paltrinieri's "Solco" is a sincere and authentic wine that fully represents the character of Lambrusco Salamino, sourced from the historic Cristo area. The result of meticulously selected grapes and meticulous vinification with Charmat refermentation in Paltrinieri's historic cellars in Sorbara, this wine expresses all the richness and personality of this prestigious winemaking region. It's ideal with appetizers, white meat dishes, and fresh cheeses, or as an aperitif. As always, the best tasting experience is enjoyed in good company!

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes:  Lambrusco di Salamino

Alcohol content: 11%.

Aging:  Produced following the Charmat or Martinotti method, with re-fermentation in autoclave.

Contains sulfites

€10.90
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SKU: ALV001

Pas Dosè Blanc de Blancs by Alssandro Viola is a Catarratto-based sparkling wine that rests on the lees for at least 20 months before disgorgement. It presents hints of sage and rosemary on the nose, marine and brackish notes with a bitter almond background. At the sip the perlage is fine and persistent, it expresses freshness and flavor, to be drunk in buckets.lent length.

Region: Sicily.

Grapes: Catarratto.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: On the lees in the bottle for at least 20 months.

Contiens sulfites

€34.90
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SKU: CDN002

The "Sottobosco" is a sparkling red wine obtained from a blend of the rare lambrusco di montericco together with malbo gentile, lambrusco grasparossa and sgavetta. It has a ruby ​​red color with a nice persistent foam. The nose is rich in hints of red fruits. On the palate it is sapid, fresh, with lively tannins. 

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grape variety: Lambrusco di montericco, malbo gentile, lambrusco grasparossa and sgavetta.

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€20.90
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SKU: CRO006

The Galvano by Croci is a rustic and pleasant sparkling red wine obtained from a blend of Barbera and Bonarda, produced with the method of refermentation in the bottle. The acidity and tannin balance the structure of the wine. Great drinkability.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Barbera and Bonarda.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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SKU: PAL001

The Eclipse by Paltrinieri is a sparkling light ruby-red wine, with wide and intense aromas reminiscent of blackcurrant, sour cherry, the wild strawberry and rose hips on the palate is dry, full-bodied and strong flavor and acidity

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes:  Lambrusco di Sorbara.

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging:  Produced following the Charmat or Martinotti method, with re-fermentation in autoclave.

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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SKU: ARC002

Franciacorta Saten by Arcari and Danesi is a sparkling wine obtained from 100% Chardonnay grapes. Aging for 40 months on the lees. It has a subtle and elegant nose with embossed bitter almond. It fills the mouth with its pulpy fruit and its fine bubble. Balanced and vertical.

Region: Lumbardy

Grapes: Chardonnay.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: 40 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€37.90
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SKU: BIA017

AA (Anonimo Ancestral) from Partida Creus is a sparkling natural wine obtained with the method of refermentation in the bottle from grapes of Xarel-lo, Parellada, Moscatel, Ull de Llebre organically grown in Penedes, Catalonia, Spain. It is vinified naturally without the addition of indigenous yeasts, without sulphites, unfiltered

Region: Spain, Penedes.

Grapes: Xarel-lo, Parellada, Moscatel, Ull de Llebre 

Alcohol content: 11%.

Aging: Refermention in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€34.90
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SKU: MRC002

Fedelie Bianco by Cantina Marilina is a wine that releases fruity and floral sensations, obtained from 100% Moscato grapes with the ancestral method. During the fermentation of the must, the sugars are checked and upon reaching the quantity necessary for the second fermentation, the wines are bottled and closed with a crown cap. At the end of fermentation and consequent second fermentation, the wines remain "sur-lie" for 6 months, or rather on their own yeasts. It is drunk that it is a pleasure for the carbonic which amplifies the juicy fruit.

Grapes: Moscato.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€15.90
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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: CRB002
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€38.00

Levis by Cherubini is a sparkling wine rosè from pure red grapes. Refinement of at least 48 months is followed by disgorging and for refilling I use the same wine. It has a soft pink color, an excellent evolutionary and tertiary note on the nose. On the palate, freshness and balance embrace very well with minerality.

Grapes: Local red grapes.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: At least 48 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€38.00
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SKU: ACC001

Cinquecampi Rosso is a sparkling red wine obtained with the method of refermentation in the bottle from a blend of Lambrusco Grasparossa, Malbo Gentile, Marzemino. On the nose hints of red fruits, berries, musk, and undergrowth. In the mouth it has a marked acidity, quite tannic and structured. 

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Lambrusco grasparossa, malbo gentile and marzemino

Alcohol content: 13%.

Aging: refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€16.90
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SKU: PAT001

The Cuveè 60 is an intense and complex classic method sparkling wine based on chardonnay. 60 months aging on the lees. It has a golden yellow color with fine and persistent perlage. On the nose aromas of bread crust and evolved aromas of yellow paste fruit. On the palate the entrance is decided with slightly smoky notes that are accompanied by buttery, fat, full-bodied and very persistent hints.

Region: Lombardy.

Grapes: Chardonnay.

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: 60 months aging on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€41.00
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