ANDREOLA
AKELUM ASOLO PROSECCO SUPERIORE BRUT
Wine from Italy
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 of imposing minerality and freshness."
Heroic Viticulture, Superiore Distinction and the Finesse of Asolo Terroir
The Andreola Akelum Asolo Prosecco Superiore Brut Sparkling White Wine - Wine from Italy represents the qualitative pinnacle and refinement of Italian sparkling wine. Masterfully produced by the renowned Andreola winery, an absolute benchmark in mountain viticulture, this exceptional sparkling wine has its specific origin in the vertical and sunny vineyards of Asolo, in the prestigious Veneto region, proudly bearing the highest quality distinction of DOCG. It is rigorously defined as a wine with a strictly dry (Brut) profile, primarily made with the native Glera grape. Its innate elegance lies in a perfect balance between the crisp freshness of white fruit and the subtle mineral salinity granted by the hillside soils, delivering an extremely 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.
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). Soft pressing and controlled secondary fermentation at low temperature using the long Charmat method in stainless steel tanks, allowing for perfect autolysis that gives the wine creaminess and tiny, persistent bubbles.
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, of great transparency and brilliance, with subtle and inviting greenish reflections. It features an extremely fine, noble, and constant perlage that ascends in delicate streams to form a dense and elegant crown on the surface.
Nose: A sophisticated, crisp, and notably 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 background reminiscent of limestone is perceived.
Palate: A regal, extremely fresh entry 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 possesses a structured and harmonious body, concluding in a long, clean, dry finish with a remarkably 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 high-level gastronomic vocation. It is the perfect pairing for fine seafood (fresh oysters, live clams, langoustines), white fish carpaccio, tuna tartare, and gourmet sushi. It harmonizes celestially 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 great milestones: exclusive weddings, gala anniversaries, significant birthdays, and New Year's celebrations.
- Business: A highly 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 evenings by the sea.
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 Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG), in the Veneto region, Italy.
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
The Andreola Akelum is a strictly dry wine. Being classified as 'Brut', its residual sugar is minimal, which gives it an extremely elegant, fresh, clean character and a remarkable gastronomic aptitude for pairing with structured meals.
What differentiates a Prosecco Superiore DOCG from a common Prosecco?
The 'Superiore DOCG' distinction guarantees that the grapes come exclusively from the historical and highest quality hills of the region, harvested obligatorily by hand due to the slopes. Yield regulations are much stricter, resulting in a wine with greater complexity, finer bubbles, 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.
