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, offering an aristocratic perlage of impressive minerality and freshness."
Heroic Viticulture and the Finesse of the Asolo Terroir
The Andreola Akelum Asolo Prosecco Superiore Brut Sparkling White Wine comes from the hills of Asolo in the Veneto region, with the D.O.C.G. denomination. It is a dry (Brut) wine made from Glera grapes, with crisp freshness of white fruit, a subtle mineral salinity, and a very fine, integrated, and persistent perlage.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Andreola.
Region of Origin: Asolo, Veneto, Italy (Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG).
Grape Variety: Primarily Glera.
Sweetness Classification: Dry (Brut).
Production Method: Manual harvest due to the steep slopes, soft pressing, and second fermentation at low temperature using the long Charmat method in stainless steel, with autolysis that adds creaminess and tiny bubbles.
Alcohol Content: 11.5% ABV.
Serving Temperature: 6°C - 8°C.
SKU / MPN: IT-AND-AKELUMBRUT-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Pale straw yellow, transparent, with greenish reflections and an extremely fine perlage.
Nose: Green apple, white pear, white peach, wisteria, acacia, orange blossom, and a mineral undertone of limestone.
Palate: Fresh, creamy, and velvety, dry, with vibrant citrus acidity, subtle mineral salinity, and a long, clean, fruity finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Occasions and Pairing
Precision Gourmet Pairing: Oysters, clams, langoustines, white fish carpaccio, tuna tartare, sushi, grilled lean fish, seafood or asparagus risottos, seafood paella, delicate Asian cuisine, soft-ripened cheeses (Brie, Camembert), and Prosciutto di San Daniele.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: Weddings, anniversaries, and New Year's Eve.
- Business: Corporate cocktails and receptions.
- The Perfect Gift: For connoisseurs and sommeliers.
- Summer: Well-chilled on terraces or by the sea.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is dry (Brut), with minimal residual sugar: fresh, clean, and elegant.
What differentiates a Prosecco Superiore DOCG from a regular Prosecco?
Its grapes come from the historic hills of the area, with manual harvesting on steep slopes and stricter yield controls, which provides more complexity, bubble finesse, and minerality.
How long can it be stored?
It is recommended to consume it within 1 to 2 years of purchase, in a cool place away from direct light.