Cuvée Extra Brut Garda DOC

Spumante CHARDONNAY Garda DOC – Cool Elegance from Lake Garda

The Perla del Garda Spumante CHARDONNAY Garda DOC is an Extra Brut Cuvée from Lake Garda. This exquisite sparkling wine combines the freshness and elegance of the Chardonnay grape into a sparkling delight.

This Spumante is produced in one of Italy's most picturesque regions using the traditional method of bottle fermentation (Metodo Classico), where the second fermentation takes place in the bottle. This process takes at least 24 months, which gives the wine its characteristic finesse and long-lasting perlage.

Everything you need to know about Garda DOC Spumante by Giovanna Prandini

Production and Philosophy

The Perla del Garda Cuvée Extra Brut is produced by the charming Giovanna Prandini in Lombardy, Italy. At her winery, which she runs together with her brother, she places great emphasis on traditional and sustainable cultivation methods. The Garda DOC is vinified from 100% Chardonnay. The approximately 20-year-old vines grow on the hills of Lonato del Garda, 150–250 meters above sea level, where calcareous clay soil of morainic origin predominates. Ideal for growing Chardonnay.

The manual harvest and careful selection of grapes take place between late August and early September 2018 in the early morning hours. The winery is located amidst the vineyards, so transportation distances are short. In the modern building, the grapes are cooled to 10 °C before gentle whole-bunch pressing releases an almost clear must. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks at 15 °C for 8 to 10 days. The second fermentation traditionally occurs in the bottle, on the lees for at least 24 months. During this time, the bottles are gradually tilted on riddling racks by hand, so that the yeast residue can collect in the neck of the bottle before the bottles are disgorged.

The Chardonnay Grape Variety

Chardonnay is one of the world's most famous and versatile white grape varieties. It is valued for its ability to produce wines with distinct freshness, fine structure, and complex aromas. These characteristics make Chardonnay ideal for producing high-quality sparkling wines, such as in Champagne, or for the Perla del Garda Spumante Garda DOC.

Taste and Aromas

The Perla del Garda Cuvée Extra Brut presents itself in a brilliant straw yellow with fine perlage. On the nose, intense aromas of citrus fruits, green apple, and a hint of brioche unfold. On the palate, this sparkling wine shows a perfect balance between lively acidity and delicate fruit aromas, culminating in an elegant, long finish. As an Extra-Brut, with a residual sugar content between 0 and 6 g/l, it is characterized by a particularly dry and pure style.

Perfect Combinations

The Perla del Garda Spumante Garda DOC is a versatile companion for many occasions and dishes. Its fresh and fruity aromas make it an ideal aperitif. It also pairs excellently with light appetizers, fish dishes, seafood, and fresh salads.

Perla del Garda Cuvée Extra Brut – Sparkling Chardonnay

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