What kind of wine is Metodo Tradizionale Classico Riesling Brut - La Palazzola?

Metodo Tradizionale Classico Riesling Brut - La Palazzola is an Umbrian sparkling wine produced from the renowned Riesling grape variety, made according to the traditional method (also known as the “classic method”), the same one used for French Champagnes. This process involves a second fermentation in the bottle, responsible for the fine bubbles and the aromatic complexity of the wine. It originates in the hilly vineyards surrounding Terni, in a microclimate ideal for producing fresh, mineral, and very elegant sparkling wines. The result is a wine with a lively, balanced, and immediately pleasant style on the palate.

Vintage Details

The grapes come from a manual harvest carried out at full aromatic maturity, in a cool and dry vintage that allowed for the preservation of acidity and fragrance. These conditions favored a perfect balance between fruit maturity and gustatory tension, key elements for obtaining a sparkling wine of excellent structure and persistence.

Vinification and Aging

The production follows the classic method: after the first fermentation, the base wine is bottled with selected yeasts for re-fermentation in the bottle, where it remains to age on its lees for several months. This aging, also called “prise de mousse,” confers complexity, creaminess, and extraordinary aromatic stability. After disgorgement (removal of the yeasts), dosage is carried out, which in this case leaves the wine in the Brut version, meaning with a very low residual sugar, ideal for enhancing the freshness and purity of the Riesling.

Tasting Notes

Every sip of Metodo Tradizionale Classico Riesling Brut - La Palazzola reveals the elegant and mineral soul of the grape variety.

Color

Visually, it presents a bright straw yellow with greenish reflections and a fine, persistent perlage, a distinctive sign of long aging on the lees.

Nose

The nose reveals aromas of white flowers and green-fleshed fruit, with notes of peach, citrus, and mineral hints. Aging adds nuances of bread crust and slight honey notes that enrich the bouquet.

Palate

On the palate, it is fresh, dynamic, and perfectly balanced. The lively acidity, typical of Riesling, supports the drinkability and prolongs the finish with citrusy and savory tones. It is a sparkling wine that combines elegance and immediacy, making it very pleasant on any occasion.

What dishes to pair with Metodo Tradizionale Classico Riesling Brut - La Palazzola

Perfect as an aperitif, Metodo Tradizionale Classico Riesling Brut - La Palazzola pairs well with a wide range of dishes thanks to its balanced acidity and fine perlage. Pairing suggestions:

• Light fish or vegetable appetizers
• Seafood crudités and sushi
• Fresh and goat cheeses
• Delicate dishes such as asparagus risotto or scampi cream risotto
• Also ideal with spicy or sweet and sour dishes for the pleasant contrast between freshness and aromatic intensity

Storage and Aging: how to store Metodo Tradizionale Classico Riesling Brut - La Palazzola wine

To best appreciate the freshness and vitality of Metodo Tradizionale Classico Riesling Brut - La Palazzola, it is recommended to consume it within two or three years of disgorgement. Store it horizontally, away from light and at a constant temperature of around 10-12°C. This care will best preserve its floral fragrances and the fineness of the perlage. It is a wine designed to be enjoyed in its freshest and most fragrant expression, ideal for those who desire an authentic and characterful sparkling wine.