Trento Spumante Riserva Extra Brut '1673' Cesarini Sforza 2018
The Trento Spumante Riserva Extra Brut '1673' Cesarini Sforza is a Classic Method sparkling wine from Trentino, produced from the best Chardonnay grapes grown by the winery in Val di Cembra. The long aging in the bottle, over 70 months on the lees, gives the wine softness and aromatic depth, where fresh notes of white flowers and aromatic herbs accompany fruity and pastry aromas. A sparkling wine to enjoy, in all its richness, alongside fish dinners!
The Trento Riserva Extra Brut “1673” by Cesarini Sforza is an elegant and intense vintage sparkling wine, which expresses the mature and evolved character typical of long aging on the lees, combined with a lively freshness of a crystalline mountain bubble. It is a cuvée made with pure Chardonnay, sourced from a selection of the best vineyards of the estate, ensuring grapes of exceptional quality. The careful vinification and low dosage allow for the creation of a label that belongs to the elite of the denomination and stands out for its gastronomic vocation. At the table, it pairs very well with menus based on fish or delicate white meats.
The Extra Brut “1673” Riserva Cesarini Sforza is a Trento Doc vintage that represents one of the most important labels of this famous Trentino winery. The estate has vineyards in different areas of the region: in the high Valle di Cembra, in the hilly areas of Meano and Cortesano, Pressano, Sorni, and Besagno. The Chardonnay grapes used to create this cuvée come exclusively from the best parcels of the Valle di Cembra, located at an altitude of 550-700 meters and characterized by porphyry soils. The significant temperature variations between day and night allow for the maturation of grapes with intense aromas. The harvest is carried out manually at the beginning of September and the grapes are gently pressed before proceeding to the fermentation of the must in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The second fermentation takes place according to the Classic Method with a 70-month aging on the lees.
The Classic Method vintage Trento Riserva Extra Brut “1673” Cesarini Sforza is a sparkling wine for connoisseurs, who appreciate the structure and the refined evolving notes, typical of a mature Chardonnay. In appearance, it presents a beautiful bright golden yellow color, crossed by a very fine, delicate, and persistent perlage. The bouquet is rich and refined, with notes of lime zest, candied citrus, aromas of ripe yellow fruit, pineapple, peach, honeyed softness, and pastry notes, floral nuances, toasted almond, and dried fruit. Broad and satisfying, it presents itself on the palate with deep and complex aromas, well supported by remarkable freshness, leading to a savory and very persistent finish.