Ratings
Score 92 by Loren Sonkin (Wine Review) for the 46th Edition
Identity
| Producer | Ca' del Bosco |
| Vol | 1.5 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | extra brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright straw yellow with fine and persistent bubbles |
| Aroma | Delicate and evolving aromas of citrus fruits, apple, white flowers, brioche, almonds, and hints of exotic fruits |
| Palate | Fine and persistent perlage, creamy texture, balanced acidity, dry and fresh with a slightly salty touch |
| Finish | Long, clear, and elegant finish with a refined mineral note |
| Food Pairing | Ideal as an aperitif, pairs well with fish dishes, vegetables, and light seafood |
| Aging Potential | 2-3 years |
| Serving Glassware | Flute or tulip-shaped sparkling wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | Base wines matured for 8 months in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; blended with at least 20% reserve wines from the best vintages; bottle aging on lees for about 25 months at a constant 12°C; disgorgement with a patented oxygen-free system. |
| Fermentation | Alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks |
Terroir
| Soil | Clay and limestone soils |
| Vine Age | 19 to 29 years average |