San Silvestro – Asti Spumante – NV

PRODUCER NOTE:
San Silvestro is located in the territory of the Commune of Novello. The grapes are mostly grown in the Langhe and from vineyards found in the Roero and the Monferrato regions. San Silvestro represents the continuation of a project begun by Giovanni Sartirano which has been passed down through four generations. Today it is run by cousins Paolo and Guido Sartirano and San Silvestro has gradually expanded beyond the local market and their wines can be found around the world.

WINEMAKING:
Soft pressing of the grapes; slow fermentation in sealed stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature.This lasts until the balance between alcohol (7%) and the residual sugars (3-5%) reach the correct level. The wine is made sparkling following the Charmat method.

TASTING NOTE:
Made from the Moscato grape, this sparkling wine is fresh, fragrant and delicately sweet with a fine mousse.

GRAPE:
Moscato 100%.

COUNTRY:
Italy

REGION:
Piedmont

SUB-REGION:
Asti