What kind of wine is Spumante Metodo Classico Brut - D'Arapri

The Spumante Metodo Classico Brut - D’Arapri is the symbol of Apulian sparkling wine tradition, the result of passionate work that combines experience, territory, and innovation. Produced in the heart of San Severo, in northern Puglia, it was born from the intuition of the founders Girolamo D’Amico, Louis Rapini, and Ulrico Priore, pioneers in producing sparkling wines with the Traditional Method – the same used for Champagne – even in Southern Italy. The result is a wine with a fresh and balanced character, perfect for those seeking elegance and drinkability.

Vintage details

The vintage from which the Spumante Metodo Classico Brut - D’Arapri comes is distinguished by a balanced Mediterranean climate, with warm but breezy summers and not too harsh winters. The hand-picked grapes reached ideal ripeness, ensuring an excellent balance between sugars and acidity, essential factors for the production of refined and long-lived sparkling wines.

Vinification and aging

Production faithfully follows the Traditional Method, which involves a second fermentation directly in the bottle – a step that gives complexity and delicacy to the bubbles. After the secondary fermentation, the bottles remain on the lees for at least 24 months of aging, during which the wine acquires deeper aromas and a pleasant creaminess. At the end, disgorgement restores the sparkling wine's natural clarity and surprising freshness.

Tasting notes

The Spumante Metodo Classico Brut - D’Arapri is a wine capable of expressing the territory through harmonious and lively sensations. The fine and persistent bubbles enhance every nuance.

Color

To the eye, it presents a brilliant straw yellow with delicate greenish reflections, a sign of freshness and youth. The perlage is subtle and continuous, testifying to the care in the re-fermentation in the bottle.

Nose

The aroma is elegant and immediate: notes of bread crust, citrus, and delicate floral sensations emerge, accompanied by hints of almond and mineral accents. The bouquet pleasantly evolves in the glass, offering continuous reminders of the freshness of the sea and the Apulian sun.

Taste

On the palate, it is fresh, balanced, and lively. The well-calibrated acidity supports a lithe body, while the dry and clean finish immediately invites another sip. It is a very versatile sparkling wine, ideal both as an aperitif and throughout a meal.

What to pair with Spumante Metodo Classico Brut - D'Arapri

Perfect for those who love to combine simple but authentic flavors, the Spumante Metodo Classico Brut - D'Arapri elegantly accompanies a wide variety of dishes:

• seafood, shellfish, and fish carpaccio
• light fried foods and mixed appetizers
• fresh cheeses and vegetarian dishes
• Mediterranean cuisine dishes based on vegetables and aromatic herbs

Its natural freshness also makes it an excellent companion for a toast among friends or a special occasion.

Storage and aging: how to store Spumante Metodo Classico Brut - D'Arapri wine

To fully appreciate its vivacity and aromatic bouquet, it is advisable to consume Spumante Metodo Classico Brut - D’Arapri within 2-3 years of disgorgement. Store the bottles in a cool place, away from direct light and at a constant temperature (around 10-12°C), preferably horizontally to keep the cork moist. Serve it at a temperature of about 6-8°C to best enhance the fineness of the bubbles and the gustatory balance.