Cesarini Sforza
Trento Brut
| Denomination | DOC Trento Spumante Bianco |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Slow ageing on the lees for 24–36 months (second fermentation in the bottle according to the Traditional Method). |
- Traditional method: Second fermentation in the bottle, ageing on the lees for 24–36 months
- Dry Chardonnay: 100% Chardonnay, dry style, alcohol content 12.5% vol
- Aromatic character: Notes of citrus and white flowers, hints of brioche and candyfloss
- On the palate: Creamy and fresh, lively acidity, fine and persistent bubbles
- Origin and size: Trento DOC from Trentino, 1.5-litre Magnum bottle
Description
Style of wine
Trento Brut Magnum by Cesarini Sforza is a white sparkling wine from Trentino Alto Adige, crafted according to the principles of the Metodo Classico. Made from Chardonnay grapes, this wine fully expresses the elegance of the Trento appellation. In the glass, it shines with a bright gold colour, enhanced by a fine and persistent perlage. The sensory profile is fresh and well-defined, with a palate characterised by a pleasant creaminess and a lively acidity that unfolds towards a long and harmonious finish.
Provenance
The vineyards dedicated to this production are located between the Avisiane Hills, the Cembra Valley and Valsugana. The rows sit on well-exposed south and south-east facing slopes, at an altitude ranging between 350 and 700 metres. These conditions allow for a balanced ripening of the Chardonnay, keeping its freshness intact. The geology of the soils is varied: ranging from deep loamy-clay soils, rich in dolomitic rock, to well-draining calcareous and porphyritic soils. This pedological richness gives the wine an extraordinary aromatic purity, typical of the Trento area.
Production process
The grape harvest takes place between late August and early September. Initial fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks to preserve primary aromas. The "prise de mousse" occurs through the secondary fermentation, the heart of the Metodo Classico, followed by slow ageing on the lees for a period ranging from twenty-four to thirty-six months. This evolution enriches the bouquet, combining notes of citrus and white flowers with hints of brioche and candyfloss, which lend complexity to the gustatory texture.
History and interesting facts
Established in 1974, Cesarini Sforza Trento Brut is a distinguished ambassador of the Trento DOC appellation. Acclaimed by authoritative guides such as Decanter and Wine Spectator, this symbol of Trentino sparkling winemaking finds its ultimate expression in the majestic Magnum format, ideal for enhancing any celebration.
Awards
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4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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94/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1974
- Oenologist: Andrea Buccella
- Bottles produced: 1.000.000
Reviving this ancient legacy, in 1974 Lamberto Cesarini Sforza, together with a small group of entrepreneurs, founded the eponymous winerywith the aim of producing high quality sparkling wines that would be able to impose themselves not only among Trentino producers, but also on the national and international scene.
Today, just like in the origins, Cesarini Sforza holds firm to the three pillars on which the best winemaking culture is founded: tradition, innovation and the pursuit of excellence. Cesarini Sforza, under the aegis of Aquila Reale, makes itself the interpreter of the noblest mountain bubbles, refined and versatile sparkling wines capable of proudly telling all the strength of a unique territory, extraordinarily suited to viticulture. Read more
| Name | Cesarini Sforza Trento Brut Magnum |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Trento DOC |
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Cesarini Sforza |
| Story | History and interesting facts Established in 1974, Cesarini Sforza Trento Brut is a distinguished ambassador of the Trento DOC appellation. Acclaimed by authoritative guides such as Decanter and Wine Spectator, this symbol of Trentino sparkling winemaking finds its ultimate expression in the majestic Magnum format, ideal for enhancing any celebration. |
| Origin | Avisiane Hills (north of Trento), Cembra Valley, Valsugana |
| Soil composition | Structured, deep clay-loam soils, rich in dolomitic rock fragments (Werfen siltstones); in part on shallow and less structured soils, calcareous, originating from white and grey scaglia debris, well-drained, and on porphyritic soils. |
| Harvest | Late August - early September |
| Production technique | Traditional Method (secondary fermentation in the bottle) |
| Wine making | Harvested between late August and early September; first fermentation in stainless steel; second fermentation in the bottle according to the Traditional Method (secondary fermentation); ageing on the lees for 24–36 months. |
| Aging | Slow ageing on the lees for 24–36 months (second fermentation in the bottle according to the Traditional Method). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |