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Sparkling

Teatrico Spumante Extra Brut Rosè Metodo Classico

by Meleto · Tuscany, Italy

Type
Sparkling
Grapes
100% Sangiovese
Vineyard
Poggiarso and San Piero vineyards
Line
Neo Classici
Vintages
2019
MeletoTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Sangiovese comes from Poggiarso, at 450–500 metres, and San Piero, at 340–360 metres. The soils contain alberese and sandstone.

Grapes

100% Sangiovese, interpreted as a traditional-method rosé sparkling wine.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested in late August, chilled and immediately subjected to gentle pressing. After two to three days of settling, the first fermentation proceeds at no more than 15°C. The rosé then undergoes its second fermentation in bottle.

Ageing

The wine remains in contact with selected yeasts for at least three years. It is then disgorged, receives liqueur d’expédition and is released ready to drink.

Tasting profile

Pale pink, with a fine, persistent perlage. The complex nose combines peach, bread crust and yeast. The palate is fresh and retains Sangiovese's characteristically lively acidity.

Serving and pairing

Serve at 8–10°C. Pair with fish and seafood dishes, cured meats or mature cheeses.