Alessandro Gallici Frizzante NV
Vino Bianco
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Global sales of Prosecco have rocketed, as have prices, while harvests have been small. So we went to see our old friend Alessandro and tasted his latest gem. Prosecco’s Glera grape with a drop of Chardonnay. Result: a delicious, gentle frizzante.
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Wine Details
- White - Dry
Italy- Pale Straw, Small Bubbles
- White blend
- 8.25 Units
- Vegan
- 11% ABV
- Vegetarian
- 31 December 2023
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Orchard and tropical fruit with a light, refreshing fizz
Aroma
Delicate citrus and pear aromas
Allergy information
Contains Sulphites
The Wine
When you ask Alessandro Gallici if he comes from a family of winemakers, he laughs gently at the notion. Not at all, but his family had a bit of land in Friuli, with a few rows of vines, that had been theirs for generations. From the grapes of these, they made a simple wine for their own dinner table. All this fascinated Alessandro, and wine became his chosen career. And we're glad it did. We've known Alessandro since 2002 and love every new wine he sends our way. For this fizz Alessandro carefully selected Glera grapes with a drop of Chardonnay. In Champagne, this would add to the price – in the Veneto this addition means it must be labelled frizzante. Whatever, it delivers citrus, tropical fruit with gentle bubbles. Chill and enjoy.
When you ask Alessandro Gallici if he comes from a family of winemakers, he laug...
Oh what a find! Fresh, fruity and fizzy. lovely, light and clean tasting. Hope to be getting more!
5-Star Online Review
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