Ferrari
Trento Maximum Demi Sec
| Denomination | DOC Trento Spumante Bianco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Over two years of bottle ageing on the lees (at least 24 months) |
- Origin and grape variety: Trento DOC Demi-Sec Sparkling Wine, Traditional Method, 100% Chardonnay
- Ageing on the lees: Over 24 months in the bottle, developing brioche notes
- Aromatic profile: Hints of citrus, ripe Golden apple, wisteria, wildflowers and yeast
- Serving: Alcohol content 12.5%, straw yellow colour, fine perlage, temp. 6-8°C
- Recommended pairings: Ideal with desserts, panettone, custard, flavourful cheeses and oysters
Description
What kind of wine it is
Ferrari Maximum Demi Sec is a Traditional Method sparkling wine that embodies Ferrari's unmistakable style. Made from Chardonnay grapes, this wine stands out for its demi-sec profile, offering the palate a pleasant rounded sweetness without ever becoming cloying. In the glass, it displays an intense straw yellow colour and a fine, persistent perlage. The aromatic profile is well defined, with notes of ripe Golden apple, citrus fruits and wildflowers, interwoven with yeast fragrances and pastry hints resulting from extended ageing.
Where it comes from
This sparkling wine originates from the hills of Trentino, within the renowned Trento area. The vineyards stretch between the Adige Valley, the Cembra Valley and the Valle dei Laghi, situated on sloping terrain with south-east and south-west exposures. These conditions favour the ideal ripening of Chardonnay, ensuring excellent aromatic definition. The roots of this production date back to 1902, when Giulio Ferrari began the project of creating outstanding sparkling wines, shaping what is now the famous Ferrari house style.
How it is produced
Harvesting takes place between late August and early September, followed by vinification according to the principles of the Traditional Method. The second fermentation is accompanied by ageing on selected lees for at least twenty-four months, enriching the structure with notes of hazelnut and brioche. The final sugar dosage, specific to the demi-sec version, defines a soft and harmonious sip. The natural freshness of the grape combines with a balanced sweetness, offering a persistent and velvety finish, ideal for accompanying desserts.
History and Curiosities
The legend began in 1902 with Giulio Ferrari's dream: to create sparkling wines of excellence in Trentino. Under the guidance of expert oenologist Ruben Larentis, the company cultivates fine vineyards between the Adige Valley, the Cembra Valley and the Valley of the Lakes. The art of the traditional method involves careful bottle ageing on the lees for at least twenty-four months, thus defining a profile of absolute elegance. This dedication has been rewarded by critics such as James Suckling and Vinous, consolidating the prestige of the historic winery.
Awards
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2One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1902
- Oenologist: Ruben Larentis
- Bottles produced: 6.950.000
- Hectares: 115
A skilled and painstaking enologist who had studied at the prestigious School of Viticulture in Montpellier, Giulio created Ferrari in 1902, producing very few, extremely select bottles at a prohibitive price, but which were still never bought to satisfy the demand of wine lovers. In 1952 Bruno Lunelli, the owner of Trento’s best-known wine bar took over Ferrari from Giulio, who continued to work in the winery until his death. Then, thanks to meticulous labour in the winery and his innate entrepreneurial verve, Bruno Lunelli increased production until it reached a hundred thousand bottles a year. In the decades that followed, Bruno Lunelli’s sons, Gino, Franco and Mauro, brought the company, which produces exclusively Classic Method sparkling wines, to the apex of quality and fame - in other words, to the peak of excellence.
Today, as was the case in the past, the Lunelli family continues to be the lifeblood of the Ferrari brand. The third generation runs the company with respect for the past and clear ideas for the future.
Their goal is to preserve the prestige of the leading producer of the Classic Method sparkling wines in Italy and one of the top ten in the world. Whilst proudly maintaining the structure of a family-owned company, the Lunelli have conquered the market through business strategies that have made Ferrari into much more than just a successful brand. The company is a real international legend, producing the best of "Made in Italy". Read more
| Name | Ferrari Trento Maximum Demi Sec |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine |
| Denomination | Trento DOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Ferrari |
| Story | History and Curiosities The legend began in 1902 with Giulio Ferrari's dream: to create sparkling wines of excellence in Trentino. Under the guidance of expert oenologist Ruben Larentis, the company cultivates fine vineyards between the Adige Valley, the Cembra Valley and the Valley of the Lakes. The art of the traditional method involves careful bottle ageing on the lees for at least twenty-four months, thus defining a profile of absolute elegance. This dedication has been rewarded by critics such as James Suckling and Vinous, consolidating the prestige of the historic winery. |
| Origin | Trentino Hills (Adige Valley, Cembra Valley and Lakes Valley) |
| Harvest | Late August - early September |
| Fermentation | At least 24 months |
| Production technique | Traditional method (bottle fermentation) |
| Wine making | Metodo classico (fermentazione in bottiglia) con affinamento in bottiglia sui lieviti per almeno 24 mesi; sboccatura 2022; dosaggio zuccherino più elevato (Demi-Sec). |
| Aging | Over two years of bottle ageing on the lees (at least 24 months) |
| Year production | 6950000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |