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Name: Prosecco Brut Millesimato (DOC)

Classification: Controlled Designation of Origin (DOC) 

Type: Sparkling

Grapes: Glera 90-95%, Chardonnay 10-5%

Main zones of provenance of grapes: Vineyards in various cities of Friuli Venezia Giulia

Type of terrain: Of alluvial origin, tendentially meager, calcareous, clayey, and at times rocky

Exposure: exposure prevalently towards the south.

 

Climate: Temperate with cold winters and summers that are hot but not humid. Mitigated by the Adriatic Sea in the south, and the Alps in the north.

Growth systems: Double Guyot, Sylvoz. 

Plant density: 2,500 – 3,500 plants per ha

Yield: 130 – 150 q/ha

Harvest period: September 20 – October 10

Vinification: Soft press with pneumatic presses, static decantation of mash, fermentation at a controlled temperature (17-19° C) with select yeasts. Aging on fine lees in steel for three months.

Second fermentation: Italian method in steel autoclaves. Refermentation temperature: 15-17° C. Cold tartaric stabilization (-4° C). Microfiltration before bottling to separate yeast cells from sparkling wine

Cycle duration: approximately 60-90 days

Average analytical data:

Alcohol 11.5% vol. – Sugars 9-10 g/l Total acidity 6 g/l – pH  3.20 – Pressure 5 bar

Organoleptic characteristics:

Appearance:   Straw yellow color. Thick foam, fine effervescent and persistent finish

Scent:  Ample and fruity, reminiscent of yellow apple, peach, wisteria and acacia flowers. Balanced and delicate with extremely fresh, aromatic notes.

Flavor: Pleasantly acidulous and savory, fresh, and fruity. Good fullness, roundness, and length.

 

Food pairings: Excellent as an aperitif as well as sparkling wine to accompany fish, shellfish, and seafood. Pairs well with all light and delicate first courses.

Serving: Cool slightly before use at 7-8° C.

Storage: In a cool, dark place. Avoid long-term refrigerated storage.

 

Period of consumption: Maximum freshness within the year following harvest. If well preserved, it can express greater complexity in subsequent years.