What kind of wine is Spumante Metodo Classico Brut Nature 'Terzavia' 2022 - Marco De Bartoli

The Spumante Metodo Classico Brut Nature 'Terzavia' 2022 - Marco De Bartoli is born in western Sicily, in the vineyards overlooking the sea of Marsala. It is a wine made from 100% Grillo grapes, vinified using the Metodo Classico, the same method used for Champagne production: secondary fermentation takes place in the bottle, with long contact on the lees, to develop structure, finesse, and complexity. "Terzavia" – which means "third way" in dialect – expresses Marco De Bartoli's philosophy: to combine tradition and innovation, showcasing the sparkling and surprising side of a symbolic grape variety of the territory.

Vintage Details

The 2022 harvest took place in a vintage with a balanced climate, featuring warm days and breezy nights that favored a slow and complete maturation of the Grillo grapes. Stable climatic conditions ensured a perfect balance between acidity and aromaticity, resulting in a wine of great freshness and vivacity.

Vinification and Aging

After a first fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature, the base wine rests until the following spring. The second fermentation, or prise de mousse, occurs in the bottle according to the Metodo Classico, with a minimum of 18 months on the lees. During this period, the wine refines its aromas and acquires a complexity that elegantly balances the mineral tension and the creaminess of the bubbles. There is no final sugar dosage: it is therefore a Brut Nature, a pure reflection of the grape variety and the territory.

Tasting Notes

Color

In the glass, Marco De Bartoli's Spumante Metodo Classico Brut Nature 'Terzavia' 2022 presents a brilliant golden yellow, traversed by a fine and persistent perlage that anticipates the vivacity of the sip.

Nose

On the nose, it releases refined aromas of ripe citrus, bread crust, and almond, accompanied by hints of Mediterranean herbs and a delicate marine note that speaks of its proximity to the sea. A complexity that evolves in the glass, inviting a taste.

Palate

On the palate, it is dry, taut, and savory. The fine bubbles support a great freshness, while the natural acidity of the Grillo imparts balance and length. The mineral, clean, and persistent finish leaves a pleasantly saline memory.

Food Pairings for Spumante Metodo Classico Brut Nature 'Terzavia' 2022 - Marco De Bartoli

Versatile and refined, this sparkling wine lends itself to numerous pairings. It is perfect as an aperitif, but truly shines at the table alongside seafood dishes and delicate preparations. Ideal with:

• Raw fish and oysters
• Tuna tartare and amberjack carpaccio
• Seafood or citrus risottos
• Fresh cheeses and goat cheeses

Its structure also makes it interesting with modern interpretations of traditional Sicilian dishes, where the savory component balances the richness of Mediterranean cuisine.

Storage and Aging: how to store Spumante Metodo Classico Brut Nature 'Terzavia' 2022 - Marco De Bartoli

To best store the Spumante Metodo Classico Brut Nature 'Terzavia' 2022 - Marco De Bartoli, keep it in a cool, dark place away from heat sources, ideally at a constant temperature of about 12 °C. While it is a Metodo Classico capable of evolving, it is intended to be enjoyed in its youth, within 2-3 years of disgorgement, to best appreciate its freshness, vivacity, and citrus notes that make it unique.