Spumante Metodo Classico 'Olim Atrum' Cascina Melognis
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Exclusive wineryThe Spumante Metodo Classico "Olim Atrum" is a sparkling wine by Cascina Melognis, the result of a collaboration between two wineries in the Saluzzo area that work together to return a classic method with a distinct identity. The grapes are harvested around the estate of the Bric Piu winery, located nearly 700 meters above sea level. The result is a wine with distinctly fruity aromas, with slight hints of pastry on the finish. Fresh and distinctly savory, it is excellent throughout a meal and if aged a few years develops its versatility even more
The Classic Method Sparkling Wine ‘Olim Atrum’ Brut Nature from Cascina Melognis is characterized as a sparkling wine with a pure and untainted soul as it is made without any addition of dosage syrup. It is a Blanc de Noir, a pure expression of Pinot Nero, a noble variety of Burgundian origin appreciated worldwide for its ability to produce sparkling wines of the highest quality, as well as, of course, red wines of rare elegance. In particular, this grape benefits from the high altitudes and the cool climate that distinguish the area of Verzuolo, where the Bric Piu estate operates, with which the wine-growing reality of Cascina Melognis collaborates for the creation of this label.
The Classic Method Cascina Melognis Sparkling Brut Nature ‘Olim Atrum’ is made exclusively from Pinot Nero grapes cultivated according to the principles of organic farming at an altitude of 670 meters above sea level. The bunches are vinified in white through soft pressing and spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. After a short the sparkling base is bottled with the addition of tirage syrup for refermentation according to the Classic Method, with the aging on the lees lasting for as long as 48 months. Following are the disgorgement and topping up with the same wine, thus without dosage.
‘Olim Atrum’ Classic Method Brut Nature Cascina Melognis is straw yellow in color with fine and persistent effervescence. The aromatic bouquet offers citrus and fruity notes that meet floral hints and fragrant suggestions of pastry. The sip, fresh and very savory, is characterized by a long dry and mineral finish. A Classic Method suitable for surprising friends and family thanks to its authentic character.