ANDREOLA
AKELUM ASOLO PROSECCO SUPERIORE BRUT
ASOLO DOCG • HEROIC VITICULTURE • ITALY
"The most sublime and sophisticated expression of Asolo. A strictly dry Prosecco Superiore, sculpted on heroic slopes, delivering an aristocratic perlage with imposing minerality and freshness."
Heroic Viticulture, Superior Distinction, and the Finesse of Asolo's Terroir
The Andreola Akelum Asolo Prosecco Superior Brut Sparkling White Wine - Wine from Italy represents the qualitative pinnacle and refinement of the Italian bubble. Masterfully produced by the renowned Andreola winery, an absolute benchmark in mountain viticulture, this exceptional sparkling wine originates specifically from the vertical and sunny vineyards of Asolo, in the prestigious Veneto region, proudly bearing the highest DOCG quality distinction. It is strictly defined as a wine with a strictly dry (Brut) profile, primarily made with the indigenous Glera grape. Its innate elegance lies in a perfect balance between the crisp freshness of white fruit and the subtle mineral salinity provided by the hillside soils, delivering an extremely fine, integrated, and persistent bubble.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Andreola.
Region of Origin: Asolo, Veneto, Italy (Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG).
Grape Variety: Primarily Glera.
Wine Type: High-End Sparkling White Wine (Prosecco Superiore).
Sweetness Classification: Dry (Brut).
Production Method: Strictly manual harvest due to the steep slopes of the vineyards (Heroic Viticulture). Gentle pressing and controlled secondary fermentation at low temperature using the long Charmat method in stainless steel tanks, allowing perfect autolysis that gives the wine creaminess and a tiny, persistent bubble.
Alcohol Content: 11.5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 6°C - 8°C.
SKU / MPN: IT-AND-AKELUMBRUT-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: It boasts a dazzling pale straw yellow color, with great transparency and brilliance, and subtle, inviting greenish reflections. A very fine, noble, and constant perlage stands out, rising in delicate strings to form a dense and elegant crown on the surface.
Nose: A sophisticated, clean, and remarkably intense bouquet. It displays clean aromas of crisp green apple, white pear, and white peach, intertwined with elegant floral notes of wisteria, acacia, and orange blossom. Finally, a clear, elegant, and complex mineral undertone reminiscent of limestone is perceived.
Palate: A regal entry, extremely fresh and with a pleasantly creamy and velvety texture on the palate. It expresses itself as strictly dry, showcasing a vibrant citrus acidity that is masterfully balanced with its subtle mineral salinity. It has a structured and harmonious body, concluding in a long, clean, dry finish with a highly aristocratic fruity and mineral aftertaste.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Precision Gourmet Pairing: Being a Prosecco Superiore with a strictly dry profile and great minerality, it boasts a gastronomic vocation of the highest level. It is the perfect pairing for fine seafood (fresh oysters, live clams, langoustines), white fish carpaccio, tuna tartare, and gourmet sushi. It harmonizes divinely with grilled lean fish, seafood or asparagus risottos, paella marinera, and delicate Asian cuisine dishes. It is an extraordinary companion for soft white rind cheeses (Brie, Camembert) and high-quality cured meats such as Prosciutto di San Daniele.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: Bearing the highest quality distinction (DOCG), it is the ideal bottle to commemorate major milestones: exclusive weddings, gala anniversaries, significant birthdays, and New Year's celebrations.
- Business: A prestigious sparkling wine that projects excellent judgment and oenological culture, ideal for select corporate cocktails, strategic business lunches, or executive receptions.
- Summer: Extraordinary for refreshing summer afternoons with total sophistication. Served well chilled, it is an unbeatable delight on exclusive terraces, gardens, or seaside evenings.
frequently asked questions (faqs)
What is the specific origin and winery of this sparkling white wine?
This distinguished sparkling wine is produced by the prestigious and multi-award-winning Andreola winery. Its specific origin comes strictly from the exclusive hills of Asolo, protected under the demanding Controlled and Guaranteed Denomination of Origin (Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG), in the Veneto region, Italy.
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Andreola Akelum is a strictly dry wine. Classified as 'Brut', its residual sugar is minimal, giving it an extremely elegant, fresh, clean character with remarkable gastronomic aptitude to accompany structured meals.
What distinguishes a Prosecco Superiore DOCG from a common Prosecco?
The 'Superiore DOCG' distinction guarantees that the grapes come exclusively from the historical and most qualitative hills of the region, necessarily hand-harvested due to the slopes. Yield regulations are much stricter, resulting in a wine with greater complexity, finesse in the bubble, and minerality.
What is the recommended aging time for this sparkling wine?
This Prosecco Superiore is designed to express the vitality, freshness, and mineral purity of the Glera grape in its youth. It is recommended to consume it preferably within 1 to 2 years from purchase, ensuring the bottle is kept in a cool place, at a constant temperature, and protected from direct light.