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Description of the Santa Margherita Winery
Domaine Santa Margherita, a pioneer of viticulture in Italy, is recognized for its ability to produce elegant and refined wines in various wine regions of the country. Famous for introducing Pinot Grigio as a single-varietal wine, the estate continues to innovate and emphasize quality across its various appellations, including high-quality sparkling wines like Prosecco.
Description of the Cuvée Prosecco Rive di Refrontolo Extra-Brut Superiore DOCG
The Cuvée Prosecco Rive di Refrontolo Extra-Brut Superiore DOCG from Santa Margherita is a premium expression of Prosecco. Produced exclusively with hand-selected Glera grapes from the steep slopes of Rive di Refrontolo, this extra-brut cuvée offers exceptional complexity and finesse. The careful vinification method highlights the freshness of the grape variety while allowing for subtle development of aromas and flavors in a drier, more sophisticated style.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This Prosecco Superiore reveals a delicate and inviting nose, with clear notes of green apple, pear and white flowers, complemented by touches of citrus and a hint of minerality. The extra-brut approach allows these fruity and floral nuances to fully shine, offering exceptional purity on the palate.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Glera
- Profile: An elegant and refined Prosecco with well-balanced acidity and a fine, persistent effervescence. The extra-brut character brings an added dimension of dryness and sophistication, making this wine a great choice for sparkling wine lovers looking for something less sweet.
- Storage Potential: Designed to be enjoyed young for its freshness and vibrant aromas, this Prosecco can also be stored to be enjoyed fresh after a few years.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Perfect as an aperitif, this Prosecco is also ideal to accompany seafood, light canapes, or delicate fish dishes. Its finesse and extra-raw style make it a perfect companion for celebrations and special moments.
The little history of the country
Italy
Ah Italy, what a beautiful hedonistic country, people of the Dolce Vita, but what difficulty in understanding its wine organization! The key to understanding the naming system in Italy is to think of it as several small countries rather than a single homogeneous country because each region has its own naming system. Italy can, however, give wine lovers a multitude of wines with varied and unique flavors and styles, as well as bottles filled with surprise and creativity. Unfortunately, it also produces a large quantity of soulless and characterless wines which are sold under their most useful and commercially reputable name: Pinot Grigio, Chianti, Valpolicella, Lambrusco, Prosecco and many others... But let's talk a little history, viticulture in Italy dates back to ancient times and it originated in Greece. The Etruscans would have planted vines and Greek immigrants would have improved and modified the grape varieties who subsequently called this country "Oenotria": the country of wine. At the height of the Roman Empire, wine held an important place in daily life and certain regions already stood out for the excellence of their product. The Romans also established numerous vineyards in Europe, leaving an indelible testimony to their invasion. Today Italy is the largest wine producer in the world, ahead of France. Italy is divided into three climatic areas. The northern mountains experience a fairly harsh mountain climate. The “middle of the boot” plain is the domain of the continental climate with cold winters and hot, stormy summers. In the "southern part of the Italian boot" the Mediterranean climate reigns with very hot and very dry summers without forgetting the islands of Sicily and Sardinia. In summary, Italy produces wines of great variety thanks to its 200 different grape varieties, many of which originate from their lands. It is a country just as complex as its wines which deserve to be explored!