Spumante Metodo Classico 'Cuvée Brut' Terrazze dell'Etna 2020
The "Cuvée Brut" Sparkling Wine, created by the Terrazze dell'Etna winery, is a Classic Method Blanc de Blancs of remarkable finesse and elegance. The grape variety that is the star of Champagne has proven to be very well-suited to the pedoclimatic conditions of Mongibello, allowing for excellent grape maturation with refined aromatic profiles. The long aging on the lees allows the wine to enrich itself with evolutionary notes that complement the varietal character of the grape. It is a sparkling wine particularly suitable for enjoying as an aperitif or with seafood appetizers.
The "Cuvée Brut" Classic Method is produced by Terrazze dell'Etna, which manages a highly charming estate. The vineyards are cultivated on the slopes of the volcano, on terraces supported by dry stone walls, in an environment characterized by great biodiversity, with the presence of chestnut woods and Mediterranean scrub shrubs. The Chardonnay vines are located in the municipal territory of Randazzo, on the northwest side of Etna, at an altitude between 750 and 950 meters above sea level. The vines are about 20 years old and are grown on a terrain of volcanic nature, poor and rocky, derived from the disintegration of ancient lava flows. The cool climate and strong temperature variations allow for the harvest of very fragrant grapes with intense aromas. Harvesting takes place at the end of August, and the clusters are gently pressed. The must is fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The second fermentation occurs in the bottle according to the Classic Method, with aging on the lees for at least 36 months and manual disgorgement.
The "Cuvée Brut" is a Classic Method Sparkling Wine from Terrazze dell'Etna that blends the typical varietal notes of Chardonnay with the distinctive characteristics of the volcanic terroir, particularly freshness, minerality, and savoriness. In the glass, it presents a straw yellow color with bright greenish reflections, crossed by a fine and persistent perlage. The bouquet, fine and elegant, offers aromas of ripe white fruit, citrus hints, floral nuances, and flint. The entry on the palate is creamy, rich, and pleasantly fruity, with a broad and harmonious sip, leading to a fresh, mineral, and well-persistent finish.tasting.