Print this page Astoria Prosecco Millesimato

 

Reviews & Awards

2010 Millesimato

 

94 Points, BEST of CLASS, GOLD MEDAL, Los Angeles International Wine and Spirits Competition 2011


2010 Millesimato

 

90 Points HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Ultimate Wine Challenge May 2011


2010 Millesimato

 

FIRST PRIZE for the best sparkling wine participating in the Gala Italia hosted by the Italian Wine and Food Institute in New York on February 10, 2011.


2007 Millesimato

 

Gold Medal Vinitaly 2008


2007 Millesimato

 

Gold Medal San Diego International Wine Competition 2009


Tasting Notes

Astoria Prosecco Millesimato has tiny and continuous bubbles with straw yellow and greenish reflections. Extra dry in style, with floral notes accented by pear, peach, honey and toast. On the creamy palate, the fresh fruit harmoniously linger.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with chicken, stuffed mushrooms, very food-friendly, prosciutto, pasta with creamy sauces, spicy dishes, seafood, as a toast, shellfish or fresh fruit.

Varietal(s)

100% Prosecco

Region

Prosecco di Valdobbiadene DOC, Italy

Vineyard & Winemaking Notes

The grapes are sourced from the D.O.C. region of Valdobbiadene (Vahldoe-bee-ah-den-ay) on the hills of the Astoria estate vineyard “Costa del Sol”, at an elevation of 500 feet above sea level. Vines are located on the hillside with an east-to-west orientation, with 5,000 vines per hectare, averaging 8 years of age. The grapes are harvested by hand in small lots. Immediately after harvest, in accordance to strict D.O.C. law, a gentle pressing occurs and the “free-run” juice is placed in stainless steel tanks for a brief cold maceration. Before the primary fermentation process is concluded, the wine is run into a pressurized tank where a second fermentation takes place allowing it to become a sparkling wine. Final aging occurs over 6 weeks in the bottle.