What kind of wine is Spumante Metodo Classico Brut 'Cerrus' - Tenute del Cerro

The Spumante Metodo Classico Brut “Cerrus” - Tenute del Cerro is an elegant label produced in the heart of Tuscany, in the Montepulciano area, by one of the most esteemed wineries in the Italian wine scene. This sparkling wine is made using the classic method (i.e., with secondary fermentation in the bottle), the same method used for Champagne and Franciacorta, capable of enhancing its finesse, balance, and aromatic persistence. It was created to offer a refined yet accessible experience: a dry, lively, and refreshing Brut, perfect for those seeking a quality sparkling wine with excellent value for money.

Vintage Details

The grapes used for the Spumante Metodo Classico Brut “Cerrus” come from vineyards characterized by mixed clay and sand soils, located at an ideal altitude to ensure significant thermal excursions. The harvest, generally carried out by hand between late August and early September, takes place under optimal ripening conditions, ensuring grapes rich in freshness and natural acidity, key elements for the production of a balanced sparkling wine.

Vinification and aging

The primary fermentation of “Cerrus” occurs at a controlled temperature in steel, to preserve the aromatic fragrance of the fruit. Subsequently, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle according to the Classic Method, with an aging period on the lees of about 24 months: this maturation period imparts creaminess to the perlage and sensory complexity to the aromatic profile. After disgorgement (the removal of exhausted yeasts), the sparkling wine rests for a few more months before release, to achieve its perfect taste balance.

Tasting Notes

Color

Visually, the Spumante Metodo Classico Brut 'Cerrus' - Tenute del Cerro presents a bright straw yellow color, with a fine and persistent perlage, a sign of careful bottle fermentation.

Nose

On the nose, it offers a fresh and delicate bouquet, with hints of white flowers, yellow-fleshed fruit, and light nuances of bread crust, typical of the classic method. Mineral notes complete an elegant aroma that invites tasting.

Taste

In the mouth, it is lively, dry, and harmonious. Its well-integrated acidity provides vigor and freshness, while the fine structure reveals a pleasant persistence. A perfect balance between freshness and softness makes it ideal to enjoy even outside of special occasions.

What dishes to pair Spumante Metodo Classico Brut 'Cerrus' - Tenute del Cerro with

Versatile and refined, "Cerrus" is the ideal sparkling wine for numerous pairings:

• Light appetizers and finger food based on fish or vegetables
• Seafood dishes such as raw fish, carpaccios, or white fish tartares
• Delicate pasta dishes like herb risottos or seafood risottos
• Fresh cheeses and traditional Tuscan appetizers

Its freshness and finely creamy bubbles also make it an ideal companion for toasts and convivial moments.

Storage and aging: how to store Spumante Metodo Classico Brut 'Cerrus' - Tenute del Cerro wine

To best preserve the freshness and fragrance qualities of Spumante Metodo Classico Brut “Cerrus” - Tenute del Cerro, it is advisable to store it in a cool, dark place with a constant temperature (10-14°C), keeping the bottles horizontally to keep the cork moist. This sparkling wine expresses its best liveliness in the first two or three years after disgorgement, an ideal period to fully enjoy its freshness and aromatic finesse.