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Col del Balt Codola Pet Nat Prosecco

Before this 'modern era' of Proseccos made with the Charmat method, Prosecco was made with the ancestral method, like this wine, Codolà, where fermentation takes place in the bottle, and it is not disgorged. This means that the wine is unfiltered since it is on its lees. In Italy it is also called a Col Fondo sparkling wine and in the US, we use the French term ‘Pet Nat’ to describe this wine. This results in a white sparkling wine whose aromas and flavors continue to evolve while they are in the bottle. This Col del Balt white sparkling wine made by the Sanzovo brothers has a straw yellow color with lots of fine bubbles and green herb and pear aromas with a hint of lemon zest. It has 0 residual sugar and it tastes dry and clean, with a slightly bitter, lemon rind tasting, finish.

Type of Wine: White Sparkling
Grape: Glera (Prosecco)
Alcohol % by Vol: 11%
Vintage: NA
Some pairings to try: Cheese and Salami

Frignano Sgarbato Pet Nat Uva Tosca Organic Sparkling Natural Wine

Made from the rare Uva Tosca grape, which grows in higher altitudes in Emilia and is believed to be a descendant of Schiava Grossa, the Alto Adige red grape. Technically a rose wine, it is more like a light red, which looks and tastes like drinking cranberry juice as a sparkling wine. Refreshing and quaffable, with strawberries on the nose and a saline finish, it is great on its own or with light fare. While this grape does not impart much color, 2021 was a dry year, producing more concentrated fruit and color. It is naturally fermented and sparkling 'col fondo' ancestral, or pet nat, style wine.

Type of Wine: Rosé, Sparkling
Grape: Tosca
Appellation: Rosato di Emilia IGP
Vintage: 2021
Alcohol % by Vol: 11.5%
Some pairings to try: Salami, Fish, Roasts

Vigna Petrussa RiNera Unoaked Schioppettino Red Wine

This is an unoaked Schioppettino from a women owned winery who spearheaded the rebirth of Schioppettino in the 'birthplace' of the grape which is Prepotto, Fruili. Having a deep purple-garnet color, it has notes of black pepper and dark fruit. Its taste is tangy, fresh and juicy with a long clean finish. Pairs with many dishes from hamburgers to roast pork. World renowned wine critic, Ian D’Agata calls this Schioppettino a ‘very pretty wine’ and named it a 'Best Buy Italian Wine'.

Some fun facts about this wine:

• Vigna Petrussa also calls this wine ‘RiNera’, or a nickname for ‘Ribolla Nera’, local term given to the wine.

• The grapes actually come from Prepotto but since it is not aged in oak the winery is not 'allowed' to put Prepotto on the label.

Vigna Petrussa is a certified sustainable and biodiverse women-owned winery.

Type of Wine: Red
Grape: Schioppettino
Alcohol % by Vol: 13%
Vintage: 2020
Suggested Pairings: roasted meats

Ivaldi Ros du Su Moscato d'Asti Sweet Sparkling Wine Biodynamic

Who doesn’t like chamomile and honey? That’s what this wine reminds you of! It’s a Moscato d’Asti that appeals both to sweet wine lovers and dry wine drinkers wanting a moment with a touch of sweetness.

The name of this wine, Ros du Su, means ‘Rays of Sunlight’ in Piemontese dialect where this Moscato d’Asti comes from. Looking at its bright, golden-yellow color, it is easy to understand the inspiration for this name.

In the glass, the aromatic qualities of moscato are the first noticeable aromas, but underneath subtle and persistent notes of honey and acacia and chamomile flowers come forth creating a complex bouquet. Tasting, the sweetness of the residual sugars are well balanced with freshness and sapidity. A pleasant wine that keeps you sipping, it pairs well with desserts, but is every bit as enjoyable alone in contemplation.

A certified sustainable winery, Ivaldi practices regenerative farming.

Type of Wine: White, Sweet, Semi-Sparkling
Grape: Moscato Bianco
Appellation: Moscato d’Asti DOCG
Vintage: 2021 | 2022
Alcohol % by Vol: 5%
Some pairings to try: Hazelnut based desserts.