Il Poggio L'Ape Spumante Metodo Classico (750ml)

GRAPES: 100% Cortese. VINIFICATION: Soft crushing of the grapes, fermentation and static fining in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Vinification is followed by tirage and prise de mousse on lees in the bottle, for nine months. The wine is then disgorged, with minimal addition of sulphites, and rests in the cellar for at least two months before being released for sale. SENSORY NOTES: L'Ape is the Classic Method sparkling wine that perfectly interprets the joyful ritual of aperitifs. Its brilliant straw yellow colour reveals a fine and persistent perlage. Fresh and lively, it offers savoury harmonies that smell of lychees and yellow citrus fruits. The palate is fragrant, with a pleasant acidity and captivating minerality. The finish expresses pleasantly persistent notes of grapefruit, tangerine and sugar cane. PAIRINGS: Excellent with sweet green olives, parmesan cheese, savoury appetisers, olives all'ascolana and classic canapés. Intriguing with smoked salmon, vitello tonnato, shellfish and vegetable tempura and chicken salads. Delicious with pizza and fried chicken.