SOSTA TRE SANTI CARRICANTE BRUT, Sparkling Wine DOC Sicilia, Tenute Nicosia

Vintage 2018, Mouthpiece 2020.

Exclusive collection of classic method sparkling wines produced, in a limited edition, with only carefully selected grapes from the "Cru" of the Etna and Contrada Bonincontro vineyards.

From selected Carricante grapes, grown at high altitudes on the volcanic soil, it is born
this Brut classic method from the Sosta Tre Santi collection, which remains in refinementon the lees in the bottle for at least 18 months. The delicate perlage, the elegance of the aromas,its great freshness and minerality make it an excellent sparkling wine to drink both as it isaperitif and throughout the meal.

Grapes: Carricante

Vineyards: soils composed of volcanic sands, derived from the disintegration of the lava masses, very rich in minerals, located at an altitude ranging from 700 to 750 m asl with considerable temperature variations between day and night. Training system: counter-espalier with spurred cordon

Collection: manual in crates, at the end of September

Refinement: at least 18 months on the lees in the bottle

Perlage: fine and persistent

Production method: classic method, with soft pressing of the grapes, fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for 3 weeks and subsequent refermentation in the bottle

Alcoholic degree: 12% vol.

At the sight: straw yellow with golden reflections

On the nose: very pleasant bouquet with fresh notes of hawthorn and yellow flowers, yeast aroma and honeyed scents

On the palate: great freshness and pleasantness, excellent persistence

Serve to: 6-8°C