Wine: Birbante Spumante Extra Dry | Vino Spumante Extra Dry


Cellar: Tenuta Asinara

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 Birbante Spumante Extra Dry | Vino Spumante Extra Dry

Birbante Extra Dry: A Sparkling Vermentino wine from Sardegna DOC, made from Vermentino grapes and produced in 13,500 bottles.

Vineyards: Located in the Sorso Municipality on sandy-clay soil trained with spurred cordon. Grape harvesting usually takes place in the first ten days of August.

Winemaking:

  • Whole cluster pressing with cold static settling.
  • Sparkling process using the Charmat method.
  • Fermentation occurs under reduction at a controlled temperature of 12°C.
  • Slow foam taking with selected yeast inoculation.
  • Aged in autoclave in contact with yeast while stirring for 45 days.

Tasting Notes:

  • Appearance: Pale yellow color with greenish reflections, fine perlage, and a delicate yet persistent crown.
  • Nose: Delicate start with hints of fresh yellow fruits, white flowers, and a touch of Mediterranean scrubland on the finish.
  • Palate: Smooth and soft on the palate, confirming the fruity notes with a savory finish of good persistence. Well-balanced by a natural softness derived from prolonged yeast contact.
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