Valdobbiadene Rive San Pietro di Barbozza Extra Brut

There is Prosecco and there are the 'Rive', the highest point, the qualitative summit of the Prosecco Superiore DOCG denomination. And it is precisely from the Rive of San Pietro di Barbozza that this sparkling wine originates. Impervious hills, where the vine is often older. The term Rive identifies all this. Small 'heroic' vineyards, on steep and particularly steep terrain, where cultivation is particularly demanding. But the quality obtained fears no comparison. As in the case of this sparkling wine, vintage and Extra Brut, produced in a limited edition of only 17,852 bottles. The vineyards are located between 350 and 400 metres above sea level. 100% Glera, the grapes harvested at perfect aromatic ripeness are pressed and processed in temperature-controlled steel tanks. The subsequent sparkling process, according to the Charmat Method, lasts at least 6 months and the wine is then left to mature further in the bottle. Brilliant straw yellow, with greenish reflections, in the glass it reveals an unusually fine perlage. On the nose, rich floral and slightly citrus scents. In the mouth, however, one discovers a wine characterised by a decidedly dry and austere, typically savoury taste. The aftertaste is mineral, while the particularly long finish ensures a long and pleasant persistence. Ideal with delicate hors d'oeuvres, e.g. raw fish, it has sufficient substance to accompany fatty fish dishes. Perfect with salmon.