Tasca Almerita Brut 2018

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Tasca
Label Name:
 
Almerita Brut
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Tenuta Regaleali, Contea di Sclafani (Sicily, Palermo)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
I Vini di Veronelli 90/100 (2017 vintage). Generally scored ~90–92 by retailers; producer recognized for sustainability (B Corp, SOStain)

Tasting Note
Fine golden color with persistent perlage. Aromas of citrus, loquat, brioche and toasted hazelnut. Creamy mousse, lively acidity, silky texture and long saline finish.

Food Pairing
Oysters, scallops, smoked salmon, shellfish pasta, light white fish, grilled fish, sushi and sashimi, tempura, Asian seafood salads, fried chicken, mild cheeses.

Production Method
Metodo Classico (traditional bottle fermentation); second fermentation in bottle; aged ~24 months on the lees; malolactic fermentation carried out; disgorged and finished with brut dosage.

Vineyard Info
Tasca d'Almerita is a historic Sicilian family estate (owned since 1830). Almerita was created c.1987 at Tenuta Regaleali; vineyards at ~500 m, sandy soils; producer emphasizes sustainability and estate-grown Chardonnay.