Cantine Monfort
Trento Riserva Le General Dallemagne Extra Brut 2019
| Denomination | DOC Trento Spumante Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | 64 months of maturation on the lees |
- Trento DOC Riserva 2019: Classic Method Extra Brut Sparkling Wine, 12.5% vol
- Blend of grapes: 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir, from Trentino hillside vineyards
- Aged on the lees: 64 months for finesse and aromatic depth
- Sensory profile: bread crust, vanilla and citrus; dry, full-bodied, complex palate
- Serving and pairings: 6-8°C; aperitif, starters, white fish, mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine is it
General Dallemagne Extra Brut is a prestigious Traditional Method sparkling wine produced by Cantine Monfort. This Trento Riserva is crafted from a refined blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. In the glass, it stands out for its bright golden yellow colour, enhanced by a fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, elegant hints of bread crust and warm vanilla notes emerge, perfectly balanced with a delicate citrus nuance. On the palate, it is dry, full and rounded, characterised by a complex balance between natural creaminess and vibrant Alpine freshness.
Where does it come from
This sparkling wine originates in Trentino Alto Adige, among the hills surrounding Trento and Pergine Valsugana. The vineyards, trained using the Guyot system, are located at an altitude between 400 and 600 metres, an ideal position that gives the grapes a defined structure and a pleasant gustatory tension. The soil, composed of clayey porphyry and sand, plays a fundamental role in giving the sip a dry, mineral and harmonious style.
How is it produced
Production involves an initial fermentation in steel, followed by a period of ageing in used barrels on the fine lees until the following spring. True complexity is achieved through 64 months of maturation on the lees, following the rigorous steps of the Traditional Method, a long rest that defines its aromatic depth and the finesse of its bubbles. Ideal with refined starters and fish-based dishes, it also pairs excellently with mature cheeses, making it the perfect choice for the most important occasions.
History and Curiosities
Long hidden among the vaults of the historic cellar of Palazzo Monfort, in operation since 1945, Le Général Dallemagne was born from the dream of Federico Simoni and oenologist Maurizio Iachemet. This exceptional Trento DOC Riserva embodies their vision of the region in a prestigious extra brut traditional method, masterfully matured for 64 months on the lees. A multi-award-winning masterpiece that serves as a perfect bridge between memory and innovation, combining unmistakable Alpine freshness with a seductive Mediterranean creaminess for an experience of absolute elegance.
Awards
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2019
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2019
3This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1945
- Oenologist: Maurizio Iachemet
- Bottles produced: 300.000
- Hectares: 70
| Name | Cantine Monfort Trento Riserva Le General Dallemagne Extra Brut 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Trento DOC |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Cantine Monfort |
| Story | History and Curiosities Long hidden among the vaults of the historic cellar of Palazzo Monfort, in operation since 1945, Le Général Dallemagne was born from the dream of Federico Simoni and oenologist Maurizio Iachemet. This exceptional Trento DOC Riserva embodies their vision of the region in a prestigious extra brut traditional method, masterfully matured for 64 months on the lees. A multi-award-winning masterpiece that serves as a perfect bridge between memory and innovation, combining unmistakable Alpine freshness with a seductive Mediterranean creaminess for an experience of absolute elegance. |
| Origin | Trentino, hilly area of Trento and Pergine Valsugana |
| Soil composition | Porfido argilloso e franco sabbioso |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 4000 - 5000 |
| Fermentation | 64 mesi sui lieviti |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Traditional classic method in accordance with regulations; vigorous fermentation in stainless steel tanks; the wine is then transferred to used barrels until the following spring to rest on the fine lees. |
| Aging | 64 months of maturation on the lees |
| Total acidity | 7.68 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |