"Vigna del Cristo" Lambrusco di Sorbara DOC 2023

The Lambrusco di Sorbara Frizzante Secco DOC Vigna del Cristo di Cavicchioli is a wine from Emilia with character. In this case, a vineyard has inspired a whole range of wines. Vigna del Cristo, the oldest jewel of the Cavicchioli Estate, is located a few steps from the Secchia river. And it is precisely from here, from this corner of paradise in the hills of Modena, that this Lambrusco di Sorbara DOC is produced. We are in San Prospero, a valuable natural amphitheatre, characterised by a mild climate and alluvial soils rich in minerals. Here the river Secchia flows placidly not far from the vineyards and plays a fundamental role in the local microclimate, mitigating summer temperatures and guaranteeing optimal drainage of the soil. Produced exclusively with Sorbara grapes, hand-picked at the right degree of ripeness, the wine-making process is carried out in the traditional way, with spontaneous fermentation and brief maceration on the skins. The refermentation in an autoclave gives the wine its characteristic fine and persistent foam. It has a beautiful ruby red colour, embellished with a light and persistent pink foam. The nose has an elegant and complex bouquet, where fruity notes of cherry, blackcurrant and wild strawberry intertwine with delicate floral nuances of peony and pomegranate. The whole is enriched by a pleasant minerality, which gives the wine great freshness and depth. In the mouth it is enveloping and persistent, with a pleasant acidity that balances the sweetness of the fruit. The bubbles are fine and creamy and enhance the freshness of the wine. Ideal as an aperitif, it goes very well with traditional Emilian first courses, such as tortellini in broth and tagliatelle with meat sauce.