BRESOLIN Asolo Prosecco Extra Brut

The finest Prosecco comes from the 2 Prosecco Superiore DOCG appellations, namely Conegliano Valdobbiadene and Asolo, the smaller of the two with 2,000 hectares. In Asolo, the slopes are steep, the terrain rugged and yields lower than elsewhere. The 13-hectare Bresolin family estate, run by 3 brothers, lies at the heart of this privileged area. The vineyard has been farmed 100% organically for several years. The Glera grapes are harvested by hand and then gently pressed. The second fermentation follows the Charmat method, in pressurised stainless-steel tanks for 3 months. The wine is then aged for 12 months in stainless-steel tanks. Bresolin was also the first to produce an Extra Brut in the appellation. This wine reveals aromas of fresh apples and pears, grapefruit, peach, wild rose, elderflower and honeysuckle. The palate is harmonious, with fine bubbles that coat the mouth. The finish is refreshing, with notes of exotic fruit.

Ah Italy, what a beautiful hedonistic country, people of the Dolce Vita, but what difficulty in understanding its wine organization! The key to understanding the naming system in Italy is to think of it as several small countries rather than a single homogeneous country because each region has its own naming system. Italy can, however, give wine lovers a multitude of wines with varied and unique flavors and styles, as well as bottles filled with surprise and creativity. Unfortunately, it also produces a large quantity of soulless and characterless wines which are sold under their most useful and commercially reputable name: Pinot Grigio, Chianti, Valpolicella, Lambrusco, Prosecco and many others...



But let's talk a little about history, viticulture in Italy dates back to ancient times and it originated in Greece. The Etruscans would have planted vines and Greek immigrants would have improved and modified the grape varieties who subsequently called this country "Oenotria": the country of wine. At the height of the Roman Empire, wine held an important place in daily life and certain regions already stood out for the excellence of their product. The Romans also established numerous vineyards in Europe, leaving an indelible testimony to their invasion.



Today Italy is the largest wine producer in the world, ahead of France. Italy is divided into three climatic areas. The northern mountains experience a fairly harsh mountain climate. The “middle of the boot” plain is the domain of the continental climate with cold winters and hot, stormy summers. In the "southern part of the Italian boot" the Mediterranean climate reigns with very hot and very dry summers without forgetting the islands of Sicily and Sardinia. In summary, Italy produces wines of great variety thanks to its 200 different grape varieties, many of which originate from their lands. It is a country just as complex as its wines which deserve to be explored!