Cartizze DOCG Dry

Founded in 1887 by Francesco Mionetto in the small village of Valdobbiadene, Mionetto has an established reputation for quality, tradition and innovation. In the heart of the Prosecco region, Mionetto produces exceptional wines with consistent national and international acclaim.


PRODUCTION AREA

COUNTRY:
Italy

REGION:
Veneto

APPELLATION:
Cartizze, D.O.C.G. The select grapes for this limited production sparkling wine are grown exclusively in a 246-acre area in the steepest hills of Valdobbiadene.

GRAPE VARIETY:
Glera D.O.C.G. Cartizze

HARVEST PERIOD:
Grapes are harvested in the second half of September

VINIFICATION:
Wine made from the soft pressing of the grapes with must separated from the skins. Secondary fermentation (Charmat method) in temperature-controlled stainless steel.

SENSORY PROFILE

APPEARANCE:
Golden bright reflection with a fine, intense perlage

BOUQUET:
Intense aromas of pear and apple with undertones of citrus 

PALATE:
Soft, creamy and fresh with an aftertaste of sugared almonds

TECHNICAL

ALCOHOL:
11%

ACIDITY:
5.8-6 g/l

SUGAR:
24-26 g/l

FORMATS:
750ml 

FOOD PAIRINGS: 
Well-suited to important occasions, it makes an excellent accompaniment to desserts, cakes, pastries, fruit salads and tarts. Also matches admirably with shellfish and elegant fish dishes.