Rive di Refrontolo Brut
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years from the vintage release to fully appreciate its vibrant freshness, delicate floral aromatics, and crisp acidity.
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Excellent alongside delicate seafood antipasti, vegetable tempura, or classic cured meats like Prosciutto di Parma.
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Crafted by the historic house of Santa Margherita, the 'Rive di Refrontolo' represents the pinnacle of Prosecco Superiore DOCG craftsmanship. The term 'Rive' denotes wines sourced exclusively from steep, hand-harvested hillside vineyards within a single commune—in this case, the sun-drenched slopes of Refrontolo. Here, ancient clay-marl soils and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts impart a distinct mineral tension and concentrated aromatics to the Glera grape. Utilizing the Charmat-Martinotti method with extended lees aging, Santa Margherita coaxes out a refined, creamy effervescence, balancing vibrant green apple and white peach notes with delicate floral undertones of wisteria and acacia. This cuvée celebrates the heroic viticulture of a UNESCO World Heritage landscape, where growers have tended these vertical slopes for generations.
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Founded in 1935 by Count Gaetano Marzotto, Santa Margherita is a pioneering Italian wine estate headquartered in Fossalta di Portogruaro, Veneto, with historic vineyards spanning Trentino-Alto Adige, Prosecco, Tuscany, and Lombardy. The winery achieved legendary status in 1961 by revolutionizing the wine world with its pathbreaking vinification of Pinot Grigio as a white wine without skin contact. Committed to sustainable viticulture and state-of-the-art production, Santa Margherita crafts elegant, terroir-driven wines, ranging from their iconic Pinot Grigio Valdadige to expressive sparkling Prosecco Superiore and refined Tuscan reds. This dedication to innovation and quality has made them a global ambassador for Italian winemaking excellence.