""RBL" dei I Clivi is an atypical sparkling wine. The second fermentation differs from the traditional charmat or classic methods as it takes place in the first fermentation. Towards the end of the fermentation, when the residual sugar is around 25 grams per litre, i.e. a quantity which, when dry, brings the pressure to 6/7 atmospheres, the tank is closed so that the CO2 released by the fermentation of the remaining sugar is trapped in wine. The wine is then left in the same tank to mature on the lees and after two months it is bottled at constant pressure. The sparkling wine made in this way maintains the primary aromas characteristic of the vine, all played on finesse and minerality.
Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia.
Grape variety: Ribolla Gialla
Alcohol content: 11.5%.
Aging: 2 months on the lees in steel
Contains sulfites
Chavost's "Blanc d’Assemblage" is pleasant and powerful with a good structure, softness and perfect balance. Made from a blend of chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier. The vinification takes place in steel vats, without the addition of sulphites, and the fermentation starts spontaneously with only indigenous yeasts. A bubble with a sure personality, transmitted by the hand of Fabian, Chef de Caves who marries an atypical and non-interventionist vinification.
Region: France, Champagne.
Grapes: 77% chardonnay, 23% pinot meunier and pinot noir.
Alcohol content: 12,5%.
Aging: 42 motnhs on the lees
Contains sulfites
II "60 Lune" by Nicola Gatta is a rosé Classic Method sparkling wine of great intensity and finesse obtained from Pinot Noir grapes. Maceration on the skins for a few hours and then spontaneous fermentation. Aging on the yeasts naturally present on the skins lasts for 60 moons, sixty months
Grapes: Pinot noir
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: At least 70 months on the lees.
Contains sulfites
II "70 Lune" by Nicola Gatta is a Blanc de Noirs Classic Method sparkling wine of great richness and depth obtained from Pinot Noir grapes. The austerity of Pinot Noir balanced by 70 moons spent on the yeasts results in a structured but very balanced wine.
Grapes: Pinot noir
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: At least 70 months on the lees.
Contains sulfites
The "50 Lune" by Nicola Gatta is a complex, intense and rich Classic Method Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine obtained from Chadonnay grapes grown in Gussago, one of the few areas of Franciacortino where the limestone part is dominant, then transmitted to the roots that in the wine is transformed into acidity and minerality that is great freshness of drink. After refermentation in the bottle, the liquid rests on the fine lees for about 50 months / moons.
Grapes: Chardonnay.
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: At least 50 months on the lees.
Contains sulfites
Trait d'Union by Il Pendio is a quality sparkling wine made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noirand Pinot Blanc grapes. The refinement of the base wine takes place in steel for a year on the fine lees while the second fermentation lasts 60 months. The remuage is manual bottle by bottle. A straw yellow colored wine with fine and persistent perlage. On the nose there are hints of bread crust, ripe fruit and mineral notes. In the mouth it is fresh, taut and elegant.
Grape variety: 50% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir and 20% Pinot Blanc.
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: 60 months on the lees.
Contains sulfites
Piccolo Bacco dei Quaroni's PBQ Cruasé is a fresh, pleasant and structured rosé sparkling wine, made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. It ages for at least 24 months on the lees, and after disgorgement, no liqueur d'expédition is added. Of a color tending towards antique pink, it opens with floral aromas and persistent notes of small ripe fruits and crusty bread. On the palate it is pleasant for its freshness and cleanliness; in a complex of good sapidity it convinces with elegance.
Region: Lumbardy
Grapes: Pinot noir.
Alcohol content: 11.5%.
Aging: Permanence on noble lees for at least 24 months.
Contain sulfites
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
The Rio Cami once again confirms the inspiration and greatness of Aurelio Del bono. A bubble of great structure and complexity and evolution obtained from 100% Pinot Meunier grapes. It has a golden yellow color, bright with very fine and delicate bubbles. nose intense aromas of brioche and bread crust that alternate with flavors of citrus and dried fruit. In the mouth the structure is full, round, balanced between freshness, body, flavor and depth of flavor that accompanies us towards the very long finish. Only 10,000 bottles produceded.
Region: Lombardy.
Grapes: Pinot meunier.
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: At least 120 months on the lees
Contains sulfites
Brut Cuveè 36 Nature by Casa Caterina is a fine and elegant Chardonnay based sparkling wine which ages 36 months on the lees. It has a beautiful golden yellow color. Intense aromas of bread crust and evolved aromas of yellow-paste fruit on the nose. Decisive entrance with slightly smoky notes that are accompanied by buttery, fat, full-bodied and very persistent hints.
Grapes: Chardonnay.
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: Steel and Fut de chene.
Contains sulfites
Cremant by Pierre Frick is a fresh and complex wine produced using grapes of Pinot 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 Auxerrois.
Alcohol content: 11,5%.
Aging: 12 months on its own yeasts in bottle with no added sulphites
Contains sulfites
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
The Perle Noire Extra Brut Nature by Christophe Dechannes is a Champagne with an unexpected freshness and finesse. Produced from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, which come from the village of Les Riceys in the Côte des Bar. 15 months of aging on the yeasts. Suitable for an aperitif and goes perfectly with grilled fish or shellfish.
Region: France, Champagne.
Grapes: Pinot noir
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: 15 months on the lees.
Contains sulfites
The 3B Rosè Brut nature by Filipa Pato is a classic method sparkling wine produced with a blend of Baga and Bical, native Portuguese vines. Draft and refinement in the bottle for a minimum of 10-12 months. After disgorgement it is topped up with base wine. On the nose you can perceive aromas of bread crust, dried fruit and mineral notes. On the palate it is elegant, aromatic and refreshing with inviting acidity. It is a traditional method of pure beauty without makeup.
Region: Portugal.
Grapes: 80% Baga, 20% Bical.
Alcohol content: 11.5%.
Aging: At least 10 months on the lees in the bottle.
Contains sulfites
Slavcek's Viktorija Spumante Brut Nature is a fresh, elegant and drinkable white sparkling wine. White fruit and flowers and bread crust with a touch of minerality in the background. Tense and sharp, it develops a beautiful structure and a salty texture, with a very fine and explosive bubble for a super glou glou classic method.
Region: Slovenia.
Grapes: Rebula.
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: 24 months on the less.
Contains sulfites