Vietti Moscato dAsti Cascinetta
Pale sunshine yellow color and slight frizzante, this Moscato d'Asti has intense aromas of peaches, rose petals and ginger. On the palate, it is delicately sweet and sparkling with balanced acidity, good complexity and a finish of fresh apricots. The grapes are selected from small vineyards located in Castiglione Tinella. The vineyards are planted with 4,500 vines per hectare, which are almost 40 years old. Only the best Moscato grapes with extended maturation are used for the Cascinetta. The grapes are crushed, pressed and naturally clarified. Must is kept without sulfites in a cold storage, at low temperature in order to naturally prevent fermentation. Before the bottling, we add yeast and temperature is increased to 12°-14° C. Alcoholic fermentation occurs in stainless steel pressured tanks to preserve natural CO2 from the fermentation. The fermentation is stopped at 5% Alc. by reducing the temperature. There is no malolactic fermentation to preserve acidity, varietal fruit character and freshness. The history of the Vietti winery traces its roots back to the 19th Century. Only at the beginning of the 20th century, however, did the Vietti name become a winery offering its own wines in bottle. From 1919 Patriarch Mario Vietti began making the first Vietti wines, selling most of the production in Italy. His most significant achievement was to transform the family farm, engaged in many fields, into a grape-growing and wine-producing business. Then, in 1952, Alfredo Currado (Luciana Viettis husband) continued to produce high quality wines from their own vineyards and purchased grapes. The Vietti winery grew to become one of the top-level producers in Piemonte and was one of the first wineries to export its products to the USA market. Alfredo was one of the first to select and vinify grapes from single vineyards (such as Brunate, Rocche and Villero). This was a radical concept at the time, but today virtually every vintner making Barolo and Barbaresco wines offers single vineyard or cru-designated wines. Alfredo is also called the father of Arneis as in 1967 he invested a lot of time to rediscover and understand this nearly-lost variety. Today Arneis is the most famous white wine from Roero area, north of Barolo. Setting such a fine example with Arneis, even fellow vintners as far away those on the west coast of the United States now are cultivating and producing Arneis!
Freixenet Prosecco Rose
Enjoy catch-ups with friends over a bottle of Freixenet Prosecco Rose. This glittering pink beauty contains vibrant flavours of fresh red berries with a touch of floral. Light and effervescent, this is a wine made for good times and best enjoyed with great company.
Dal Zotto Col Fondo Prosecco
Col Fondo Prosecco undergoes secondary fermentation in bottle and isnt disgorged. The flavoursome leesy sediment dances on the bottom, hence col fondo, literally meaning from the bottom. This is how Italian prosecco used to be crafted before industrialisation turned it into mostly cheap fizz made in stainless steel tanks. This is complex, refreshing, lightly fizzy with plenty of acidity keeping it alive and kicking.
Airlie Bank Cuvee Sparkling Non-Vintage
De Stefani Redentore Prosecco Non-Vintage
The De Stefani Redentore Prosecco NV is a delightful representation of the Veneto region in Italy. The wine, produced in the current vintage of NV, showcases the winemaking expertise of De Stefani, a renowned producer in Italy. On the nose, this Prosecco offers aromas of crisp green apples, juicy pears, and hints of delicate white flowers. Its pale straw color entices the eyes, while the fine and persistent bubbles dance gracefully in the glass. On the palate, this Prosecco is refreshing and lively, with a perfect balance between its delicate sweetness and bright acidity. It charms with flavors of zesty citrus fruits, ripe peaches, and a touch of honey. The finish is clean and invigorating, leaving a lingering sensation of freshness. Overall, the De Stefani Redentore Prosecco NV is a perfect companion for any occasion. Its elegance and vibrancy make it an excellent aperitif or a delightful pairing with light dishes. This wine is a true testament to the quality and craftsmanship of Italian winemaking.
Pirie Sparkling
Northern Tasmania is widely known for the quality of sparkling wine produced in the cool climate region, with the first 1995 vintage of Pirie doing much to establish this reputation. Now a new chapter is born with Pirie NV Sparkling - A full flavoured cuvýe from a blend of chardonnay and pinot noir, boasting complexity and freshness. A vibrant lemony acidity with a full and rich mid-palate leads to slaty, mineral finish.
Chandon Vintage Brut Sparkling
Fine and fresh delivering serious quality while still promoting a frivolous side. Chandon's Vintage has the depth of character that makes you sip, pause and reflect on its complex bakery notes, freshness and citrus fruit, while still enjoying its more obvious strawberry and cream character.
Sensi Prosecco DOC 18k Gold
This striking limited edition GOLD bottle will be the easiest gift you give this year. It's no surprise to us that Prosecco is becoming so popular in Australia it's got the whole package. Fresh, lively, and loaded with fruit character, it is both the perfect aperitif and a standalone winner. From the north of Italy, Prosecco is one of the most approachable bubblies you can get your hands on. We have been on the lookout for the perfect Prosecco for a while and here it is. The Sensi is loaded with generous apples, pears and stonefruit, with a refreshing and dry finish.
Moet & Chandon Rose Imperial Mini
A BEWITCHING BOUQUET a lively, intense bouquet of red fruits (wild strawberry, raspberry, cherry) floral nuances of rose a slight hint of pepper AN EXPRESSIVE PALATE COMBINING INTENSITY AND SUPPLENESS the juicy, persistent intensity of berries (strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant) the fleshiness and firmness of peach the freshness of a subtle note of menthol
Handpicked Organic DOC Prosecco Non-Vintage
This Prosecco should be drunk young to best appreciate its heady aromas of flowers and fresh fruit flavours. Serve chilled between 6 and 8oC and enjoy with seafood, fennel risotto and good friends.