Ruggeri Cartizze Valdobbiadene DOCG Superiore Prosecco Brut

Italy, Veneto, Valdobbiadene, Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG
Bottle
Ratings
FAL 94 · WE 91
Identity
Producer Ruggeri & C. Srl
Year NV
Vol 0.75
Classification DOCG
Grapes 85% Glera
Color White
Sweetness Brut
Tasting
Color Desc straw yellow
Aroma pear, apple, lemon zest, pink grapefruit, quince, acacia, white flowers, aromatic herbs
Palate crisp, fresh, elegant, savory, with cutting acidity, minerality, and balanced sweetness
Finish elegant, long, balanced, with mineral notes
Food Pairing seafood risotto, sushi, fish tartare, crustaceans, molluscs
Serving Temp 6-8
Aging Potential Drink from 2024 to 2026
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGH
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 11.5
Sugar (g/l) 8.00
Aging Process Produced using the Charmat method (Martinotti method) with extended yeast contact beyond 3 months and long bottle aging before release.
Fermentation Fermentation in autoclaves (Charmat method) at a controlled temperature of around 16°C.
Terroir
Soil clay, sand, limestone
Vine Age heritage of about 2,500 nearly 100-year-old plants for Glera
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Harvesting is carried out only at the time of full maturity - in the second half of September.
Interesting facts
Ruggeri is a historic winery founded in 1950 with a deeply rooted tradition in Valdobbiadene. The Cartizze hill is considered the 'Grand Cru' of Prosecco. The winery uses a unique method with extended yeast contact and long bottle aging to enhance quality.
Logistics
Cork screw cap