Qualification |
VSQ Sparkling Wine Classic Method Brut Rosé |
Grape varieties |
Nerello Mascalese 100 %. |
Land |
Sands of volcanic origin |
Altitude |
500m. asl. |
Average yields |
50-60 hl/ha |
Breeding |
Espalier |
Strains |
4,500 plants/ha |
Alcohol content |
12.5% Vol. |
Fixed acidity |
6-7 gr/l |
Residual Sugars |
<8 gr/l |
Collection |
Manual in boxes with plastic crates made before full ripening |
Pressing |
De-stemming, short maceration in pneumatic presses and gentle pressing |
Decanting |
Must cooling and decanting in insulated tanks |
Fermentation |
In temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (14°) for about 20 days |
Refinement |
In stainless steel tanks for 7-8 months |
Aging-bottle |
On the lees for between 2.5 and 3 years |
Remouage |
With giropalettes |
Potentiality |
>5 years after degorging. |
First production |
Harvest 2004 |
Annual production |
25,500 bottles 0.75 l |
Color |
Antique pink,good intensity |
Perlage |
Up to and including |
Bouquet |
Delicate hints of raspberry and Etna cherries, hazelnut and yeasty sensations |
Taste |
Red fruit, rosehip, pomegranate, mineral, fine, good intensity and persistence |
Pairings |
Tuna tartare, spaghetti with sea urchins |
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