Ag. Ag. Althea, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene
White sparkling wine derived from Prosecco grapes grown on hills and fermented in autoclaves following the Charmat method. This is the supreme example of sparkling Prosecco, with a harmonious structure which offers a delicate aroma of apples. The fresh and fragrant character of this wine, together with its fine and persistent pérlage, make it suitable for any occasion.
Grapes are harvested manually and then pressed at no higher pressure than one bar, so as not to affect the quality of the must. After being processed, the wine is stored in low temperature tanks and bottled without oxygen, so as to maintain it fresh and youthful, with a rich flowery fragrance and fruity flavor.
Region: Veneto
Production Area: Bigolino Valdobbiadene (Treviso)
Appellation: Prosecco di Valdobbiadene DOC
Vintage: NV
Varietal Blend: Prosecco 100%,
Vineyard: Hilly terrain, at an elevation of 800 feet a.s.l.
Planting System: Espallier.
Soil: Calcareous, clayey
Harvest: Third week of September, first week of October.
Yield: About 3.5 tons per acre
Alcohol: 11%
Vinification: Soft pressing, white wine making method and a 70% yield, fermented for 15-20 days in stainless steel tank and poured into the Charmat tank with the addition of yeasts and sugar to complete the sparkling process.
Aging: Bottled and released after complete fermentation. Drink in the first year after release.
Tasting Notes: Tasting Notes: Pale straw yellow with golden hues. Green apple and floral notes combine with a cream texture on the palate.
Food Pairings: As aperitif, hors d’oeuvres, cold cuts, fish dishes.