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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: MMA007

Mirko Mariotti's Turnè is a sparkling wine obtained from refermentation in the bottle without "disgorgement" based on Trebbiano and Grecheto grapes. "Sur lie" wine, to be served clear or cloudy depending on personal tastes. It goes well with appetizers of Emilian cured meats or in company with friends.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Trebbiano and Grechetto.

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€11.90
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SKU: PCP001

"Ponente 270" is a sparkling wine refermented in the bottle that comes from a blend of Lambrusco grapes. Lively and frank with a bright ruby ​​red color with a nice lively foam. The nose expresses the classic vinous and fruity aromas of Lambrusco, embellished with gentle floral notes. In the mouth it is snappy, with great ease of drinking and disarming freshness.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Lambrusco (Graparossa, Sorbara, Salamino, Maestri, Montericco) 75%, Malbo Gentile 15%.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

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

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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SKU: FRK001

Cremant by Pierre Frick is a fresh and complex wine produced using grapes of Pinot blanc and Auxerrois. The nose gives aromas of bread crust and aromatic herbs, followed by honey notes, dried fruit and pastries. The sip is very drinkable, with excellent freshness and fragrance.

Region: Francia, Alsazia.

Grapes: Pinot blanc, Auxerrois.

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging: 12 months on its own yeasts in bottle with no added sulphites

Contains sulfites

€42.90
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SKU: BRE003

Domaine Breton's Vouvray Dilettante Brut is the vinous equivalent of a pear cider, with tender honeyed notes and a delicate effervescence that keeps the wine bright and smooth at the same time. Blend of different vintages from vines over 40 years old. Manual harvest and selection of grapes that come from vines located on clayey soils in Silex. Spontaneous fermentation of the base wine. Second fermentation in the bottle and two years on the lees before disgorgement. A perfect wine, the right wine to celebrate and make the glasses clash until late at night!

Region: France, Loire.

Grapes: Chenin blanc.

Alcohol content: 13.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€28.90
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SKU: GEF001

Vincolfondo by Gian Antonio Posocco is produced following the method of natural refermentation in the bottle. Fermented spontaneously, the frozen must of the same vintage is used for the second fermentation in the bottle. It offers a pleasant and flowing drink, with hints of pear, ripe apple and bread crust, harmonious, dry and with a sustained freshness.

Grapes: Local white grapes.

Alcohol content: 11%.

Aging: refermentation in the bottle

Contains suflites

€18.90
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SKU: PMA001

With this Lambrusco we enter the world of Stefano Pescarmona, where wine vibrates, sings and laughs! The pure Lambrusco Maestri gives us black fruit pulp, aromatic herbs, undergrowth and a slight final astringency. Excellent for an aperitif or for more complex combinations, a wine with a very fresh taste, character and no frills.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Lambrusco Maestri.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€20.90
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SKU: FDS002

Franciacorta Rosè by Stella del Filare is a Classic Method that demonstrates an unexpected elegance, for a sparkling wine with very high drinkability potential. 100% Pinot Noir from a single vineyard, the bottles are disgorged after approximately 24 months of aging on the lees. The right wine to celebrate and have glasses clash until late at 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: TBL010

The Wai Giallo by Tenuta Belvedere is a fresh and aromatic wine obtained from Moscato grapes with the method of natural refermentation in the bottle. A satisfying bottle, the perfect companion for moments of carefree and conviviality!

Region: Lombardy.

Grapes: Moscato.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

It does not contain added sulphites.

€15.90
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SKU: ANC004
Brand: Ancarani

Ancarani's "Indigenous" is a sparkling wine that was born with the method of refermentation in the bottle from Trebbiano grapes. It is a lively, lively and strong personality wine, straw yellow in color with a fine and persistent foam. The nose is expressed with hints of yellow fruit, field herbs, iodine notes and bread crust. On the palate it is lively and energetic, fresh and with good flavor. Indigenous is able to give an energetic and refreshing taste.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Trebbiano romagnolo.

Alcohol content: 11.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle

Contains sulfites

€13.90
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SKU: MMA010

Mirko Mariotti’s “Centro” Rainbow is a thirst-quenching and fun sparkling white wine made with 100% Garganega grapes. A drinkable zero dosage, fresh, mineral and with a fine and refined length.

Region: Emilia Romagna.

Grapes: Garganega

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€17.90
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SKU: TBL007

Wai Rosso is a fragrant and pleasantly flowing ancestral method that invites you to sip over and over again. Fruit of a blend of Croatina, Barbera and Pinot Nero. The vinification is spontaneous with indigenous yeasts only, followed by an aging of 7 months in steel. The refermentation takes place in the bottle according to the Ancestral Method. Refine 6 months in the bottle before being put on the market.

Region: Lombardy.

Grapes: 50% Croatina, 25%, Barbera, 25%, Pinot Nero.

Alcohol content: 13,5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€14.50
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SKU: LIA001

The "283" Quality Sparkling Wine is produced by Giuliano Micheletti, a capable winemaker who makes mountain wines that he likes to call "Alpine". Vinified in steel, and aged 36 months on the lees. without dosage Man 283 is straw-yellow in color with a refined fine and persistent perlage. The nose shows a rich and complex bouquet of great persistence. The taste is elegant, fine, with excellent freshness. A must-try product.

Grapes: White grapes.

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging:  Aging of 36 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€26.90
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SKU: ARM003

The "Frizzi Pop" is a straightforward and drinkable sparkling wine obtained from a blend of white and red grapes with the method of refermentation in the bottle. It smells of fruit on the nose with references to wild strawberries. Full sip, with a pleasant degreasing bubble. Drink compulsively. An authentic wine capable of enhancing the territory from which it comes.

Grapes: Blend of white and red grapes.

Alcohol content: 12%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€14.90
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SKU: TMR001
Brand: Tre Mat

The Finalizzato Brut by TREMAT is an intriguing and pleasant sparkling wine that comes from a blend of Glera, Bianchetta, Perera and Verdisio.  A Prosecco that knows how to be appreciated, with a bright straw yellow color with a fine and persistent perlage. The nose is expressed with hints of pear and citrus, notes of white flowers and mineral tones. On the palate it is very fresh, sapid, with a slender structure and pleasant balance..

Region: Veneto.

Grapes:  Glera, Perera, Bianchetta, Verdisio.

Alcohol content: 11.5%.

Aging: Refermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€17.90
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SKU: CAZ002

Valdobbiadene DOCG "Dosaggio Zero" has a straw-yellow color, with a creamy mousse and a fine and persistent perlage. The nose opens with hints of white peach, pear and apple, accompanied by delicate floral scents of jasmine, wisteria. In the mouth it is very refined, with mineral tones and a salty note along with a great freshness.

Region: Veneto.

Grapes: Glera.

Alcohol content: 11,5%.

Aging: Rifermentation in the bottle.

Contains sulfites

€27.90
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