Vintage sparkling wine, made from Negroamaro grapes vinified in white, 30 months on the lees, traditional method in two versions: zero dosage and brut.

The journey began in 2013, when the idea of producing a sparkling wine, always cultivated by Carlo and Giuseppe Coppola, materialized in the company's development plan. Together with enologist Giuseppe Pizzolante Leuzzi, they discussed the production of a traditional method sparkling wine from white-vinified Negroamaro.

In 2014, preparation work began in the vineyard for the new vinification. In August 2015, the Negroamaro harvest for the sparkling base took place, and in 2016, the base was bottled with the tirage operation (bottling). The following months were dedicated to the delicate process of fermentation and aging. On April 19, 2018, the first disgorgement took place: the 2015 vintage was born.

PAIRINGS

Traditional Method sparkling wines are highly versatile wines, suitable for consumption throughout a meal. Dispelling the taboo of their use being associated with festive occasions, these wines actually offer a wide range of food pairings. The essential rule for a perfect pairing is to distinguish the various types based on sugar dosage and the duration of aging on the lees, pairing by harmony or contrast.

The effervescence of Metodo Classico pairs well with dishes with a predominantly sweet flavor, such as cereals, rich in starch, pasta and rice, vegetables and shellfish. Its pronounced acidity, on the other hand, is an ideal pairing for the taste sensations of structured dishes, meats and aged cheeses.

The vintage Brut, with a softer taste, is excellent throughout the meal and is well suited for a fresh aperitif but also for gourmet and elaborate cream-based desserts. Its structure also pairs well with substantial fish and roasted meats. Finally, why not try it with a classic Margherita pizza? The starch of the base and the balance of its ingredients combined with the bubbles will surprise you.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

Type: Sparkling Wine, Metodo Classico, BRUT, Millesimato 2020
Grapes: Negroamaro 100%
Training System: spurred cordon
Harvest Period: late August
Vinification: white vinification of Negroamaro, controlled temperature at 14-15°C, in stainless steel
First Aging: 5 months
Tirage: in February, after the harvest
Aging: in bottle, on lees for 36 months
Disgorgement: at 36 months with dosage addition
Serving Temperature: 6/8°
Alcohol Content: 12% vol
Production Area: "Li Cuti" Estate – Sannicola area

Produced in Italy
Contains sulfites