Description

Emilia Romagna, Italy

La Vie is a Charmat Method (used for Prosecco) sparkling Lambrusco whose gentle bubbles enhance the lively red fruit and support a rounded taste. A Certified Organic wine made for pleasure and sharing.

It is made with 100% Lambrusco di Sorbara, the local varietal grown on Ventiventi’s estate. Harvested during the coolest hours of the day the grapes are soft pressed with 30% of the juice fermented and macerated at low temperatures for 24 to 48 hours.

This is blended with the remaining juice in an autoclave (pressure tank) for a prolonged period plus the use of an agitator to keep yeasts in suspension. An Isobaric bottling technique keeps the pressure generated during fermentation, giving the wine its soft sparkle.

Tasting Notes: Ruby red with pink reflections, pours with a big foaming mousse that quickly dissipates. The nose is packed with red fruits – raspberries, strawberries, redcurrant – pomegranate, violets, roses, pink pepper and cloves. Just when you think the show is over, it surges forward again with enticing notes of tarragon and myrtle. A balanced and expressive palate with fresh acidity and savoury tension supporting a rounded, enveloping body. Fine, gentle bubbles enhance the lively red fruit; the finish is dry with a little balancing sweetness.

Food pairing suggestions: A very gastronomic wine matching structured dishes thanks to its acidity and delicate ones thanks to its elegance.