Foss Marai
Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze Dry
| Denomination | DOC Prosecco di Valdobbiadenete Superiore Cartizze |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 11.5% by volume |
| Area | Veneto (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Glera |
- Cartizze Origin: Santo Stefano Hill, Valdobbiadene, Veneto
- Grapes, method and format: 100% Glera, Charmat method, 0.75 L bottle, 11.5% vol
- Floral aroma: intense hints of wisteria and light notes of rose
- Taste: rich structure, sweetness 26 g/L and acidity 6.5 g/L, never cloying
- Serving and pairings: serve at 6–8 °C; ideal with aperitifs, fish, shellfish and white meats
Description
What kind of wine it is
Foss Marai Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze Dry is a Venetian white sparkling wine made from Glera grapes. Through the Charmat method, it reveals a distinct and refined aromatic profile, characterised by intense scents of wisteria and delicate hints of rose. On the palate, it offers a rich and multifaceted taste, with a clean sip that is never cloying. The sugar component works in perfect synergy with the acidity, creating a harmonious structural balance. Boasting excellent ageing potential, estimated between three and five years, it stands out for its superior finesse, appreciated by the most important international critics.
Where it comes from
This wine is produced in Veneto, at the heart of the prestigious Prosecco region, and comes specifically from the renowned hill of Santo Stefano in Valdobbiadene. The Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze area represents a zone of absolute excellence, capable of giving the wine a unique and territorial personality. Foss Marai carefully selects the raw material from local growers, paying great attention to the use of indigenous yeasts. This dedication results in an elegant sip, ideal for moments of conviviality. At the table, it pairs harmoniously with fish dishes, shellfish and white meats, and its measured sweetness also enhances cheeses and desserts.
How it is produced
Production follows the Charmat method to preserve the floral fragrances of the Glera grapes. The winery maintains strict control over all fermentation stages, using local yeasts to reinforce the wine's identity. The technical approach involves precise calibration of sugars, set at twenty-six grammes per litre to define the Dry style. Consistent quality is ensured by careful technical tastings that guarantee a balanced acidity of six point five grammes per litre, offering a harmonious structure and a consistently fresh, lively and satisfying drink.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1984, Foss Marai enhances the prestigious Veneto tradition with the elegant Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze. Produced from pure Glera grapes sourced from the hills of Santo Stefano, this sparkling wine comes to life through the Charmat method. The meticulous research into native yeasts and commitment to sustainability create an exceptional sensory experience, awarded 89 points by Robert Parker. Quality is ensured by rigorous blind tastings conducted by oenologists, blending deep winemaking tradition with cutting-edge production techniques.
Awards
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89/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1984
- Oenologist: Carlo Biasiotto, Fabio Men
- Bottles produced: 1.600.000
This approach allows the company to offer new products, but also constantly improve its wines, which undergo strict assessment by a group of oenologists, known as the "club of the wise men", who perform rigorous blindfolded tastings. The Company’s journey is thus a "slow and continuous" path toward improvement and excellence. Thus, the quality of Foss Marai comes from years of experience and craftsmanship, daily research and continuous technological innovation. A quality that is always at the highest level, in the international wine market, with the best Italian sparkling wines. Read more
| Name | Foss Marai Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze Dry |
|---|---|
| Type | White charmat method sparkling wine dry |
| Denomination | Prosecco DOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 11.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Glera |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Vendor | Foss Marai |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1984, Foss Marai enhances the prestigious Veneto tradition with the elegant Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze. Produced from pure Glera grapes sourced from the hills of Santo Stefano, this sparkling wine comes to life through the Charmat method. The meticulous research into native yeasts and commitment to sustainability create an exceptional sensory experience, awarded 89 points by Robert Parker. Quality is ensured by rigorous blind tastings conducted by oenologists, blending deep winemaking tradition with cutting-edge production techniques. |
| Origin | Hilly area of Santo Stefano (Cartizze), Valdobbiadene, Veneto, Italy |
| Production technique | Charmat method |
| Wine making | Dry sparkling wine produced using the Charmat method; obtained from the vinification of Glera (Prosecco) grapes sourced from the hilly area of Cartizze, purchased from local growers and vinified in the Foss Marai cellar. |
| Total acidity | 6.5 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 26.0 gr/L |
| Year production | 1600000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |