Spumante Brut Rosé Metodo Classico "1742" Blasi

The Metodo Classico Brut Rosé sparkling wine ‘1742’, produced by Blasi, is named after the year that the historic winery was built and is still used for ageing today. Bino, the company's founding father, purchased it when he became passionate about the world of wine. This sparkling rosé is made from a blend of Chardonnay and Sangiovese grapes, grown in the Petrella and Villa Pace vineyards. Harvesting in the first 10 days of August ensures adequate acidity and the correct alcohol content for the Metodo Classico.
In the cellar, the red Sangiovese grapes and the white grapes are gently pressed. The first fermentation takes place at a low temperature of between 14 and 16°C using selected yeasts in steel tanks for around 15 days to maintain the freshness and aroma of the grapes. After ageing in steel for at least three months, the wine is bottled according to the Metodo Classico principles, with the addition of yeasts and sugar for the second fermentation. The wine is then aged in bottles on wooden pupitres in the underground tunnel of the cellar for at least 12 months.
After disgorgement, the wine rests in the bottle for a further four months before being released for sale. In the glass, the wine is a bright pink colour with a fine, creamy effervescence. The aroma opens with notes of red fruits such as redcurrant, cassis and raspberry, with a subtle hint of bread crust in the background. The wine is fresh and mineral on the palate, enhancing the pleasure of every sip, and is perfect for celebrating or enjoying as an aperitif with friends.