{"product_id":"spumante-metodo-classico-extra-brut-quattrocento-nicola-gatta","title":"'Quattrocento' Metodo Classico Extra Brut Sparkling Wine - Nicola Gatta","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Spumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut 'Quattrocento' - Nicola Gatta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut 'Quattrocento' - Nicola Gatta\u003c\/strong\u003e is a refined artisanal sparkling wine from the Franciacorta hills in Lombardy. It results from the perfect balance between \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e, grape varieties that best express the freshness and minerality of this region.\nAs the name suggests, this wine is made using the \u003cstrong\u003eMetodo Classico\u003c\/strong\u003e, the same technique used for Champagne: the second fermentation takes place in the bottle, and the wine ages for a long time on its lees, developing complexity, finesse, and creaminess. The \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e style emphasizes the elegance of the sip, which is dry and of great purity.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nEach vintage of 'Quattrocento' faithfully reflects the climatic conditions and specificities of each harvest. The grapes are hand-picked at full ripeness, ensuring a perfect balance between acidity and natural sugars. The conditions of the harvest season – generally dry and well-ventilated – contribute to the production of a wine with a clean and vibrant aromatic profile.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nWinemaking follows a natural approach that respects the wine's timeline. After the first fermentation in steel tanks, \u003cstrong\u003eSpumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut 'Quattrocento' - Nicola Gatta\u003c\/strong\u003e undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle, where it ages for \u003cstrong\u003e40 months on its lees\u003c\/strong\u003e. This maturation period allows the wine to develop a creamy texture and fine, persistent bubbles.\nThe \u003cem\u003edégorgement\u003c\/em\u003e (disgorgement) is carried out with no dosage or with a slight sugar addition, to maintain the most authentic expression possible of the terroir and grape varieties.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nEvery sip of this sparkling wine tells the story of Nicola Gatta's production philosophy: authenticity, precision, and respect for nature.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIn the glass, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003eluminous straw yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e accompanied by a very fine and continuous perlage, a sign of long maturation on the lees.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the nose, it reveals delicate notes of \u003cstrong\u003ewhite-fleshed fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ecitrus notes\u003c\/strong\u003e intertwined with more complex aromas of bread crust and toasted almond. An elegant fragrance that slowly evolves in the glass, inviting a taste.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is vibrant, with \u003cstrong\u003efreshness and acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e in perfect balance. The entry is decisive but harmonious, the sip is creamy and mineral, ending with a dry and savory finish. The aromatic persistence recalls citrus and dried fruit, confirming the wine's great personality.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to pair with Spumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut 'Quattrocento' - Nicola Gatta\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe versatility of this sparkling wine makes it ideal from aperitif to a full meal. It is perfect for those who love simple but refined dishes, where the wine's freshness can best express itself.\nExcellent pairings:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish and shellfish appetizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw seafood and sushi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRicotta and herb ravioli with butter and sage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh and goat cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate white meats and vegetarian dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts finesse and low residual sugar also make it perfect for those who appreciate a dry and gastronomic sparkling wine.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Spumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut 'Quattrocento' - Nicola Gatta wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo preserve its aromatic and gustatory characteristics, it is advisable to store the bottles in a \u003cstrong\u003ecool, dark place free from temperature fluctuations\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideally at 10-12 °C, keeping them horizontally to maintain contact between the wine and the cork.\nThis sparkling wine is meant to be enjoyed in its \u003cstrong\u003eyouthful prime\u003c\/strong\u003e, within 2-3 years of disgorgement. Over time, it can evolve slightly, gaining complexity, but its best expression remains linked to the freshness and vitality that characterize it.","brand":"Nicola Gatta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415311577427,"sku":"V20-N001-0-05_D003","price":37.17,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/spumante-metodo-classico-extra-brut-quattrocento-nicola-gatta.jpg?v=1764413960","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/spumante-metodo-classico-extra-brut-quattrocento-nicola-gatta","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}