Spumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut 'Molener 90 Lune' Nicola Gatta

The winemaker from Gussago, Nicola Gatta, presents the Spumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut ‘Molener 90 Lune’, a sparkling wine endowed with an authentic and deep spirit. The name ‘Molener’ comes from the term “Moliner”, the nickname of the family of millers from whom the producer Nicola Gatta originates. It is peculiar that Nicola counts the period of aging on the lees in the bottle for his Metodo Classico according to the lunar calendar. In fact, each month roughly corresponds to a lunar cycle, and thus the moons counted by the winemaker correspond approximately to one month of aging on the lees in the bottle.

Nicola Gatta ‘Molener 90 Lune’ Spumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut is made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, varieties grown on the hills of Gussago and Cellatica following the principles of biodynamic agriculture. Here, the altitude is about 400 meters above sea level, while the soils are calcareous and of morainic origin. The alcoholic fermentation occurs spontaneously in stainless steel tanks thanks to the presence of indigenous yeasts, and after a maturation period, the mass is added with a percentage of reserve wine kept in cement tanks. At this point, we proceed with the refermentation in the bottle according to the Metodo Classico, with a period of aging sur lie that lasts for 90 moons, or about 90 months. The wine is finally subjected to the operation of disgorgement and Extra Brut dosage. Throughout the entire processing, the mass undergoes no clarification or filtration, nor any addition of sulfites.

The ‘Molener 90 Lune’ Nicola Gatta Spumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut is of a bright golden yellow color with fine effervescence. Rich and harmonious hints of ripe fruit, citrus, flowers, and aromatic herbs characterize the nose along with tense mineral sensations. The taste is complex and fresh, endowed with a very long mineral finish.