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Italy
table of contents
region overview-italy______________________________________________________ 1
ITALY-REGIONAL MAP__________________________________________________________ 2
region overview-piedmont_________________________________________________ 4
Brand summary______________________________________________________________ 5
key players___________________________________________________________________ 7
images________________________________________________________________________ 9
Additional resources _____________________________________________________ 10
super premium tier overview-Rosa regale________________________________ 11
super premium tier Description/vintage cards
Rosa Regale Description Sheet_______________________________________________________ 12
Rosa Regale Vintage Card__________________________________________________________ 13
super premium tier overview-Cuvée Aurora Rosé, la lus, banfi brut______ 14
super premium tier ratings________________________________________________ 15
Cuvée Aurora Rosé Description Sheet_________________________________________________ 16
Cuvée Aurora Rosé Vintage Card_____________________________________________________ 17
La Lus Description Sheet__________________________________________________________ 18
La Lus Vintage Card______________________________________________________________ 19
Banfi Brut Description Sheet________________________________________________________ 20
Banfi Brut Vintage Card___________________________________________________________ 21
premium tier overview ____________________________________________________ 22
premium tier ratings ______________________________________________________ 23
premium tier Description/vintage cards
Principessa Gavia Gavi Description Sheet_______________________________________________ 24
Principessa Gavia Gavi Vintage Card__________________________________________________ 25
L’Ardi Description Sheet___________________________________________________________ 26
L’Ardi Vintage Card______________________________________________________________ 27
miscellaneous information_______________________________________________ 28
REGION OVERVIEW-ITALY
ITALIAN WINE FACTS
• Wine has been produced in Italy for over 4,000 years.
• Ancient Greeks dubbed it “Enotria” - land
of wine.
• Romans propagated the cult of Bacchus establishing a flourishing wine trade thousands
of years ago.
• Leading producer of wine in the world,
alternating with France.
• Thousands of different wines are produced
in Italy’s 20 regions.
• Hundreds of different grape varieties.
ITALIAN WINE LAWS
Vini Varietali & Vino (formerly Vino da Tavola)
• Simplest wines
• Few government controls
• New EU rules allow for use of following grapes
with Country of Origin with/without vintage date:
• Cabernet
• Merlot
• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Syrah
• Cabernet Franc
• Chardonnay
• Sauvignon
• Wine - Red, White, Rose
DOCG/DOP
(Denomination of Controlled
and Guaranteed Origin)
• 74 Wines - only 15 regions
EEC =PDO/DOP –
Protected Denomination of
Origin/Denominazione di Origine Protetta
• Most Restrictive Category.
• Further guarantee of authenticity.
• No wine law can guarantee quality, only producer
can do that.
HOW ITALIAN WINES ARE NAMED
• Grape Variety - Lambrusco, Sangiovese,
Trebbiano, etc. Usually in conjunction with
an IGT or DOC
• Area/Zone of Production - Barolo, Chianti, Gavi,
Valpolicella, etc.
• Grape Variety and Area/Zone - Brunello di
Montalcino, Vernaccia di San Gimignano,
Brachetto d’Acqui, etc.
• Fantasy /Proprietary Names - Excelsus, Sassicaia,
Summus, Tignanello, etc. Usually designated as
part of an IGT or DOC
IGT/IGP
(Indication of Typical Geographic Origin)
• Less restrictive than DOC
• Some examples - Toscana (not every region has
a general IGT), Maremma Toscana, Delle Venezie
(inter-region Veneto /Friuli-Venezia Giulia and
Trentino-Alto Adige)
DOC/DOP
(Denomination of Controlled Origin)
• 300 + wines from all 20 regions
EEC = PDO/DOP – Protected
Denomination of Origin/
Denominazione di Origine Protetta
• Regulates geography, grapes,
yields and in some cases – ageing
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REGION OVERVIEW-ITALY
BANFI WINE REGIONS
Italy produces wine in all 20 regions.
Banfi Vintners currently does business with wineries in 8 of these regions.
• Veneto
• Piedmont
• Emilia Romagna
• Tuscany
• Lazio
• Abruzzo
• Sicily
• Umbria
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MAPS
Italy Wine Regions
Wine Region Map
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Banfi Piemonte
REGION OVERVIEW-PIEDMONT
PIEDMONT
The name Piemonte comes from medieval Latin Pedemontium or Pedemontis, meaning “at the foot of
the mountains.” It is located in northwest Italy, and borders Switzerland and France. True to its name,
Piemonte is a land of mountains, surrounded on three sides by the Alps which serve as the background
for sweeping, picturesque landscapes dotted with vineyards, small towns, and castles.
Prior to the reunification of Italy, Piemonte was considered the “capital” region of Italy. Today, it is
revered for its great reds made from the Nebbiolo grape (also called Spanna) including Barolo and Barbaresco.
Barbera is the most widely planted red varietal and Moscato is the most widely planted white.
Important Grape Varieties:
White
• Arneis
• Cortese (Gavi)
• Erbaluce
• Favorita
• Moscato (Asti)
Red
• Barbera
• Bonarda
• Brachetto
• Dolcetto
• Freisa
• Grignolino
• Nebbiolo or Spanna
in the Novara hills
(Barolo, Barbaresco,
Gattinara, Ghemme)
• Ruche’
Important wine types:
White
• Arneis Roero
• Erbaluce di Caluso
• Gavi
Red
• Barbera d’Alba/Asti
• Barolo, Barbaresco
• Brachetto d’Acqui
• Dolcetto d’Alba/Asti/
Acqui, Carema
• Gattinara
• Ghemme
• Grignolino d’Alba/d’Asti/
del Monferrato
• Nebbiolo d’Alba
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BRAND SUMMARY
Summary
The roads crossing the tidy countryside of southern Piedmont are an inviting prelude to the enchanting
ambiance of Strevi. In 1979, just over one year after John and Harry Mariani founded the Castello Banfi vineyard estate in Montalcino, they acquired the historical winery known as Bruzzone. The winery, recently restored
and renovated, both preserves and exalts the character and typicity of its grapes. The estate, situated between the
cities of Novi Ligure and Acqui, lies across 50 hectares of land, 46 of which are dedicated to noble vines.
Banfi Piemonte has seen consistent growth since its inception, guided by the mission of combining
authenticity with innovation to produce sparkling wines of the highest quality. In addition to the
production of Charmat wines, the heart of the cellar is dedicated to the Metodo Classico.
The winery’s dedication to quality and its link to terroir are expressed across its varied and well-rounded
portfolio, boasting Piedmont’s most noble varietals including: Cortese, Brachetto, and Dolcetto.
Three key selling points:
1. 19th Century Sparkling Wine Cellars:
Dedication to quality and a link to terroir,
are expressed beautifully in the production
of high quality sparkling wines, such as
Rosa Regale and Banfi Brut.
Banfi created the Brachetto category and
continues to be the category leader.
2. Noble Piemontese: In the extraordinary
region of Piedmont in northwestern Italy,
the cooler climates offer beautiful crisp
whites and vivid reds.
3. Hand-Crafted Gems: In addition to Rosa
Regale, the estate also hand-crafts unique
artisanal, small-production, wines such as
Principessa Gavia Gavi, La Lus, Cuvee Aurora
Rose and L’Ardi Dolcetto.
On-Premise Priorites:
• BTG Sparkling:
Rosa Regale Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG
• BTG Still:
Principessa Gavia Gavi DOCG
L’Ardi Dolcetto d’Acqui DOC
• BTB Wine List Priority – Sparkling:
Banfi Brut Metodo Classico
• BTB Still:
Principessa Gavia Gavi DOCG
• Reserve/Specialty:
La Lus Monferrato DOC
Cuvee Aurora Rose Alta Langa DOCG
• Dessert/After Dinner:
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BRAND SUMMARY
Rosa Regale
Brachetto d’Acqui
DOCG
Cuvée Aurora Rosé
Alta Langa DOC
La Lus
Albarossa
Monferrato DOC
Banfi Brut
Metodo Classico
super premium tier
Principessa Gavia Gavi
DOCG
L’Ardi
Dolcetto d’Acqui DOC
premium tier
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KEY PLAYERS
Cristina Mariani-May
Cristina Mariani-May is the
family proprietor of the internationally renowned Castello
Banfi vineyard estate in Montalcino, Tuscany, and co-CEO
of Banfi Vintners, a leading
U.S. importer of fine wines. The youngest daughter
of Banfi Chairman Emeritus, John F. Mariani, Jr.,
Ms. Mariani-May, together with her cousin James
Mariani, represents the third generation of family
leadership in the company founded by their grandfather, John Mariani, Sr. in 1919. Soon after completing her studies at Georgetown University and
Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business,
Mariani-May joined Banfi in 1993.
Among the first of many forward-thinking initiatives introduced by Mariani-May was the creation
of progressive new tracking and monitoring systems
at Castello Banfi, designed to elevate performance
and establish new goals in the fields of customer
satisfaction, environmental responsibility and social
responsibility. In 2006 those procedures were rewarded when Castello Banfi became the only winery in the world to achieve ISO 14001, ISO 9001
and SA 8000 certification acknowledging leadership
in these areas. This accomplishment underlines the
strategic long-term vision, coupled with an ability
to execute, that characterize her management of
Castello Banfi.
A “pursuit of excellence” serves as a personal mantra
for Mariani-May. It extends to every aspect of her
work, in particular her family’s wines and nowhere
more so than with the Brunellos for which Castello
Banfi is renowned. Enterprise and readiness to
experiment also factor into Mariani-May’s
leadership, as illustrated by the recent innovation
of new hybrid fermentation tanks at Castello Banfi.
Most winemakers are faced with a choice: ferment
in wood for added richness and roundness, or use
stainless steel for maximum freshness. MarianiMay has been the guiding hand behind the
development of new hybrid fermenters, comprising
a unique combination of a steel base and head and
a wood middle section. Seven years of trial and
experiment preceded the launch of the new,
patented 4,600 gallon tanks (1/3 steel, 2/3 wood),
which combine the best of both materials,
balancing the flavor and aeration supplied by oak
with the temperature control, ease of use and
hygiene offered by stainless steel. Inaugurated
in September 2007, 24 composite fermenters at
Castello Banfi are currently used in the production
of the estate’s Brunellos, Tuscan cuvées and singlevineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah.
Mariani-May’s immediate family includes her
husband, Marshall May, and their three young
children. A hands-on mother, she divides her time
between Montalcino and Long Island, NY, home
to Banfi Vintners. She freely admits that much of
her best thinking comes during her early morning
work-outs. An avid runner, in November 2010
Mariani-May completed the New York City
Marathon in an impressive 3 hours 30 minutes
(and 12 seconds). The virtues of self-discipline,
determination and endurance demanded of a
long-distance runner might equally well apply to a
sustained and successful leadership role in business.
Alberto LazzarinoChief Winemaker,
Banfi Piemonte
Alberto Lazzarino, has been
principal wine maker at Banfi
Piemonte since 2002. He was
born in Turin, in the region of Piedmont, Italy.
Mr. Lazzarino graduated from the Agricultural
University of Alba, one of Italy’s – and the world’s
-- leading enological schools. Earning his degree
required six years of study, including a two-year
internship at a local winery where he became
versed in all phases of the winemaking process.
One of his first positions was at the F.lli Martini
cellar, followed by employment at Bersano
winery, where he garnered invaluable experience
in the vinification and bottling of typical
Piemontese wines, such as Barbera, Barolo,
Barbaresco, Gavi.
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KEY PLAYERS
In 1994 he joined the Cantina Sociale of Maranzana (Asti, Piedmont), as Head of Production.
Later he served as Head of Safety of Employees
and as Manager of Quality and hygiene control.
Today he directs the Banfi Piemonte cellar and
enjoys a direct relationship with the Mariani
family, proprietors of Banfi Vintners.
Luciano CastielloCastello Banfi Brand
Ambassador
Luciano Castiello is the official ambassador for Castello
Banfi, Banfi Piemonte and
Rosa Regale. Unofficially, he is the ambassador
for Italy’s melody-filled, wine-charmed, “slow
food” culture.
An industry veteran of over 30 years, Mr. Castiello leads sales of Castello Banfi, Banfi Piemonte
and Rosa Regale ultra premium wines to upscale
restaurants and wine shops, focusing his efforts
mainly in the leading metropolitan areas of the
United States and the islands of the Caribbean,
as well as international markets in conjunction
with the Banfi sales team. As ambassador, Mr.
Castiello is a passionate and inspiring spokesperson for these family wineries. The multi-lingual
Mr. Castiello (he has fluent command of English,
Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese,
Dutch, Punjabi and Creole) concentrates on
building brands through personal contact with
sommeliers and wine professionals, acting as a
liaison between grower and consumer.
Banfi Piemonte
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Images
The Cellar
Metodo Classico
The Barrel Room
In the vineyard
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additional resources
Websites
Banfi banter
Rosa Regale
Resources for the Trade
Rosa Regale
Vigne Regali
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Super-Premium Tier overview
Rosa Regale Summary
Rosa Regale is made in one of Italy’s smallest production zones, the Brachetto d’Acqui Denominazione
di Origine Controllata e Garantita, commonly referred to as DOCG. It is crafted from 100%
Brachetto grapes grown exclusively at the La Rosa Vineyard in the town of Acqui Terme, located in
the Piedmont region of Italy. The label features a single red rose, representing the wine’s origin from
this single vineyard La Rosa estate. One taste and it is LOVE AT FIRST SIP.
FEATURES
Benefits
• The original, authentic red sparkler from Italy.
•
• Rosa Regale is a Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG,
Italy’s highest classification.
• Rosa Regale has a delicate bouquet of rose petals
and offers sensuous flavors of fresh raspberries
and strawberries.
• Unique and attractive decanter bottle.
Rosa Regale is the leading Italian sparkling wine
within its price category and is the most cited
and recommended wine by celebrities and
celebrity chefs.
• Its lively garnet color and taste profile makes
other sparklers pale in comparison.
•
Because of its low alcohol content, Rosa Regale
serves as the perfect partner throughout the
entire meal, beginning as an elegant aperitif,
moving to a savory appetizer and ending with
a sweet dessert. No wine pairs better with
chocolate than Rosa Regale.
• Multiple size offerings make it perfect for any
occasion (available in 4 sizes: 1.5L, 750ml,
375ml, 187ml).
Tasting Notes
Rosa Regale Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG: Festive cranberry in color with
an aromatic bouquet hinting of raspberries, strawberries and rose petals.
Fresh raspberry taste, with crisp acidity. Entices the palate with initial
softness, graduating to a round, clean and dry finish.
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Rosa Regale Description sheet
Rosa Regale
Acqui DOCG
Estate Bottled
Production Area: Acqui Terme, Piedmont, Italy.
Grape Variety:
100% Brachetto.
Description:
Festive cranberry in color with a haunting,
aromatic bouquet with hints of raspberries,
strawberries and rose petals. A fresh raspberry
taste, with crisp acidity, enticing the palate
with an initial softness, graduating to a round
and clean and dry finish.
Rosa Regale is produced using the Charmat process, fermentation
with brief skin contact, filtration and storage at 32˚F, followed by
refermentation in stainless-steel vats, and isobaric bottling.
A unique and festive sparkling wine and a seductive aperitif. Pairs
well with seafood, cheeses, spicy fare and chocolate. Serve chilled.
UPC Rosa Regale
187ml
375ml
750ml
1.5L
0 80516 16639 1
0 80516 16636 0
0 80516 16644 5
0 80516 16632 2
Information may change vintage to vintage.
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ROSA REGALE
Acqui DOCG
Banfi Piemonte - Estate Bottled
Piedmont (Italy)
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Area of Production:
Acqui Terme, Piedmont, Italy.
Soil:
Rocky, calcareous with tufaceous marl. Optimum midday
exposure.
100% Brachetto.
Grape Variety:
Production Technique:
Fermentation with brief contact with the skins, filtration
and storage at 32°F, refermentation in stainless-steel vats,
immediately followed by bottling.
Characteristics:
Color: Festive cranberry.
Bouquet: Aromatic with hints of raspberries, strawberries
and rose petals.
Taste: Fresh raspberries, with crisp acidity, enticing the palate
with an initial softness, graduating to a clean and dry finish.
Alcohol Content: 7%.
Total Acidity: 7 g/l.
Perfect for any occasion. A unique and festive sparkling wine,
seductive aperitif, and elegant dessert wine. Pairs well with
seafood, cheeses, spicy fare and chocolate. Serve chilled.
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Super-Premium Tier overview
Banfi Brut, Cuvee Aurora and La Lus Summary
FEATURES
Benefits
• Banfi Brut is a classic example of an aristocratic,
dry sparkling wine.
•
• Cuvee Aurora Rose is an elegant sparkling wine
made from 100% Pinot Noir and is a true
expression of Alta Langa.
• La Lus Albarossa is born of the marriage
between Barbera and Nebbiolo, and traces
its roots back to 1938.
In a tasting of Italian sparkling Metodo Classico
wines of the Talento consortium, this prestigious
group ranked Banfi Brut as the number one
bubbly, granting it 87 points out of 100, far
ahead of many of Italy’s traditional sparkling
wine producers.
• Cuvee Aurora Rose is well-known for its
harmonic character and elegant silkiness.
• La Lus is a new and captivating hybrid that
uniquely re-interprets the terroir of Piedmont.
Tasting Notes
Cuvee Aurora Rose, Alta Langa DOC: Pale pink with tiny and persistent perlage. The bouquet is intense and alluring, with notes of apple, vanilla,
and wild rose. On the palate, the wine is round silky and well-balanced.
La Lus, Albarossa Monferrato DOC: Deep ruby red in color. Bouquet of rose
petals, red berries, cherries, and hints of oak. On the palate, flavors of cherry
and plum jam intermingle with notes of vanilla and licorice.
Banfi Brut Metodo Classico: Fresh, harmonious, delectable with a crisp
long finish.
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Super-Premium Tier ratings
Cuvée Aurora Rosé 2008
88 Points – Wine Spectator
Alison Napjus, 2012
“Elegant, with a pure note of strawberry winding through to mix with flavors of pastry, pomegranate,
graham cracker, smoke and bright, mouthwatering acidity.”
La Lus 2007
James Suckling, 2010
“Tar, grape and dark chocolate aromas follow through to a medium body, with medium tannins and a
fresh finish.”
88 Points – Wine Enthusiast
Monica Larner, September 2011
“Albarossa (a genetic cross between Nebbiolo and Barbera) deserves more attention thanks to the plump,
crisp, food-friendly nature of the wines it produces. Aromas here include espresso bean, black cherry,
mocha and warm earthy tones.”
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C u v é e Au r o r a R o s é D e s c r i p t i o n s h e e t
Cuvée Aurora Rosé
Alta Langa DOCG
Production Area: Hilltop vineyards in the Alta Langa
area, south of Alba in Piedmont.
Grape Variety:
100% carefully selected and hand-picked
Pinot Noir.
Description:
Pale pink with tiny and persistent perlage. The
bouquet is intense and alluring, with notes of
apple, vanilla, and wild rose. On the palate,
the wine is round, silky and well balanced.
One hour skin contact cold maceration prepares the grapes
for soft crushing. The must is clarified and fermented at
controlled temperatures (17°C.). The final cuvée consists of
90% of clear wine and 10% of the previous vintage wine aged
in French oak barriques.
Fermentation takes place in the bottle according to the Classical
Method. Yeast contact is extended for at least 24 months
followed by traditional hand riddling (rémuage) on pupitres
and dégorgement à la glace. The wine is then aged in bottle for
an appropriate amount of time.
A perfect aperitif and ideal with just about anything including
seafood and white meats.
UPC
Cuvée Aurora Rosé
750ml
0 80516 51804 6
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CUVÉE AURORA ROSÉ
Alta Langa DOCG
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Area of Production:
Hilltop vineyards in the Alta Langa area south
of Alba in Piedmont.
Soil:
A mix of clay and calcareous.
Grape Variety:
100% carefully selected and hand-picked Pinot Noir.
One hour skin contact cold maceration prepares the grapes for
soft crushing. The must is clarified and fermented at controlled
temperatures (17°C.). The final cuvée consists of 90% of clear
wine and 10% of the previous vintage wine aged in French oak
barriques. Fermentation takes place in the bottle (Classical
Method). Yeast contact is extended for at least 24 months
followed by traditional hand riddling (rémuage) on pupitres
and dégorgement à la glace. A period of bottle aging follows.
Characteristics:
Color: Pale pink with tint and persistent perlage.
Bouquet: Intense and alluring with notes of apple, vanilla
and wild rose.
Taste: Round, silky and harmonious.
Alcohol Content: 11.5 to 12%, varying with the vintage
Total Acidity: 6.7 g/l
A perfect aperitif and ideal with just about anything including
seafood and white meats.
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La Lus Albarossa
Monferrato Rosso DOC
Production Area: Monferrato, Southeastern Piedmont, Italy.
Grape Variety:
100% Albarossa.
Description:
Deep ruby red in color with a bouquet of
rose petals, red berries, cherries, and hints
of oak. On the palate, flavors of cherry and
plum jam intermingle with notes of vanilla
and licorice.
La Lus, meaning “The Light” in Piedmontese dialect, refers to
the rising sun and the dawn of a new day. From a vine cross of
Nebbiolo and Barbera, Piedmont’s two most important grapes,
a new variety is born. Albarossa, Italian for ‘red dawn.’ La Lus
is the ultimate expression of this new adventure. Banfi, one of
only four producers of Albarossa, once again proves itself to be
a champion of quality.
A short cold maceration of the grapes (24 hours) is followed
by skin-contact fermentation for a period of 8-10 days at
a controlled temperature with frequent pumping over to
enhance and preserve the fruit aromas. In the final phase of
fermentation, the temperature is slightly raised in order to
facilitate the extraction of pigments from the skins, giving
the wine a deeper color. The wine is aged in French oak
barriques for 12 months.
This alluring, well balanced wine pairs well with roasted meats,
pastas, savory dishes and aged cheeses.
UPC
La Lus Albarossa
750ml
0 80516 51814 5
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LA LUS ALBAROSSA 2009
Monferrato Rosso
DOC
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Area of Production:
Monferrato, Southeastern Piedmont, Italy.
Sandy, clay.
100% Albarossa.
Soil:
Grape Variety:
Short cold maceration of the grapes (24 hours), followed
by skin-contact fermentation for a period of 8-10 days at
a controlled temperature with frequent pumping over to
enhance and preserve the fruit aromas. In the final phase of
fermentation, the temperature is slightly raised in order to
facilitate the extraction of pigments from the skins, giving the
wine a deeper color. The wine is aged in French oak
barriques for 12 months.
Characteristics:
Color: Deep ruby red.
Bouquet: Rose petals, red berries, cherries and hints of oak.
Taste: Velvety, full-bodied and harmonious, with soft tannins.
A long finish with fruity notes.
Alcohol Content: 13.5%.
Total Acidity: 5.70 g/l.
This alluring, well balanced wine pairs well with roasted meats,
pastas, savory dishes and aged cheeses.
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banfi brut Description sheet
Banfi Brut Metodo
Tradizionale Classico
Estate Bottled
Production Area: Piedmont, Italy.
Grape Varieties:
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc.
Description:
Fresh, harmonious, delectable with a crisp
long finish.
Banfi Brut is a classic example of an aristocratic, dry sparkling wine. A judicious selection of grapes — Chardonnay
for bouquet and lightness, Pinot Noir for body and depth
of character and Pinot Blanc for overall roundness — are all
blended together to create this elegant sparkling wine.
Perfect as an aperitif for any occasion or as an ideal companion with lobster or seafood.
“Bracing and crisp with good length and bright acidity.”
— Bon Appetit
“Light apple aroma and delicate flavors on the palate... Flavors
of fresh cream and drawn butter linger in a crisp finish.”
—Wine and Spirits
“A finely made sparkling wine, its flavors of baked apple and
roasted nuts are relatively light and completely dry. Tiny bubbles
lend elegance to this aperitif.”
—Wine and Spirits
UPC
Banfi Brut
750ml
0 80516 16724 4
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BANFI BRUT
Metodo Tradizionale Classico
Banfi____________________
Piemonte - Piemonte (Italy)
Area of Production:
Banfi Piedmont estate cellars in Strevi, Piedmont, Italy.
Soil:
Deep and calcareous.
Grape Varieties:
50% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Blanc.
Fermentation in the bottle using the classic Champagne
method (a three-year process), including traditional handriddling and disgorgement.
Characteristics:
Color: Pale-straw.
Bouquet: Intense and fragrant, toasty.
Taste: Fresh, with gentle acidity, with apple, toast,
and mineral flavors followed by a crisp, long finish.
Total Acidity: 6.5-7 g/l.
Ideal as an aperitif and as a complement to seafood hors
d’oeuvres and first courses.
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Premium Tier OVERVIEW
Principessa Gavi and L’Ardi
FEATURES
Benefits
• The Principessa Gavia estate was established
by the Mariani family in the early 1980s.
•
The Principessa Gavia single vineyard is
dedicated exclusively to the cultivation of the
Cortese di Gavi grape, the sole white grape
used to make this prized still wine.
•
L’Ardi is fresh and fruity, and reflects the
traditional style of Piedmont’s Dolcetto
varietal. This wine is easy to drink and often
called Italy’s Cru Beaujolais.
• L’Ardi is grown in the vineyards of the historical
Dolcetto area, in the heart of the Acqui region.
•
The term “ L’Ardì” (pronounced “Lar-DEE”)
in the Piedmontese dialect means “bright and
brave” and refers to a fun and adventurous
person.
Tasting Notes
Principessa Gavia Gavi DOCG: Pale straw in color with an intense, fresh
and fruity bouquet, with hints of pineapple and green apple. Crisp with gentle
acidity and a dry, balanced aftertaste.
L’Ardi Dolcetto d’Acqui DOC: Ruby red, intense and deep color.
Rich, and fruit-forward, with ripe berry flavors and characteristic dry finish.
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Premium Tier ratings
Principessa Gavia 2010
Bruce Sanderson, April 2012
“A fresh, crisp white, with tangy lemon, green apple and grass flavors. This is balanced and leaves
a mouthwatering finish.”
L’Ardi 2010
87 Points – Best Buy – Wine Enthusiast
Monica Larner, September 2011
“This is a plump, succulent and slightly sweet wine that is a pleasure to drink and pair with easy foods
such as meatloaf or roast pork. This Dolcetto opens with a vibrant ruby color and pretty aromas of
blueberry and cherry.”
Bruce Sanderson, December 2012
“A rich, juicy red, displaying cherry jam, plum and blackberry flavors. Straightforward, with a vibrant finish.”
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Pr i n c i p e s s a G av i a G av i d e s c r i p t i o n s h e e t
Principessa Gavia
Gavi docg - Estate Bottled
Production Area: Principessa Gavia single vineyard located in
the classic Gavi zone.
Grape Varietiy:
100% Cortese.
Description:
Pale straw in color and an intense, fresh and
fruity bouquet, with hints of pineapple and
green apple. Crisp with gentle acidity and
a dry, balanced aftertaste.
In the 6th century, Principessa Gavia fell deeply in love with
a soldier. Her father, Clodimir, King of the Franks, forbade
their marriage, so the lovers eloped to a remote village in
northwestern Italy. Charmed by the local white wine, the
newlyweds revealed their identity and were brought before
the king. He realized their happiness and forgave the couple.
The King blessed their union and named after his daughter,
both the village and its wine. It is said that their romance
lives on in each glass of Principessa Gavia Gavi.
Following a rigorous selection of Cortese grapes, the
clean must is gently pressed and fermented at a controlled
temperature of 64˚F for 20 days before the new wine is
clarified and then bottled.
An aperitif wine, excellent with hors d'oeuvres and seafood.
UPC Principessa Gavia Gavi
750ml
0 80515 16534 9
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Pr i n c i p e s s a G av i a G av i v i n ta g e c a rd
PRINCIPESSA GAVIA
Gavi DOCG
Piemonte (Italy)
____________________
Area of Production:
Principessa Gavia single vineyard located in the classic
Gavi regio of Novi Ligure.
Rocky clay and marl.
100% Cortese.
Soil:
Grape Variety:
Following a rigorous selection of Cortese grapes,
the clean must is gently pressed and fermented at a
controlled temperature of 64˚F for 20 days before the
new wine is clarified.
Characteristics:
Color: Pale-straw.
Bouquet: Intense, fresh, with aromas of pineapple
and green apple.
Taste: Well-balanced, with gentle acidity and delicate,
dry finish.
Alcohol Content: 12%.
Total Acidity: 6-6.5 g/l.
An aperitif wine, excellent with hors d’oeuvres
and seafood.
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L’a rd i d e s c r i p t i o n s h e e t
L’Ardì
Dolcetto d’Acqui doc Estate Bottled
Production Area: Acqui zone, Piedmont, Italy.
Grape Variety:
100% Dolcetto grapes.
Description:
Ruby red, intense and deep color. Rich,
fruit-forward, ripe berry flavors and
characteristic dry finish.
The term “L’Ardì” in the Piedmontese dialect means “bright
and brave” and refers to a fun and adventurous young man.
Fresh and fruit-forward, this wine reflects the traditional style
of Dolcetto is easy to drink, and often called Italy’s Beaujolais.
L’Ardì has an intense ruby red hue that gives way to aromas
of fresh fruit including cherries and blackberries. Although
Dolcetto is a sweet grape, and is often eaten at the table, the
wine it produces is quite dry with a clean finish.
L’Ardì is produced following a traditional maceration with skin
contact. After racking and gentle pressing of the must, the wine
is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.
L’Ardì is perfect for outdoor barbeques and pairs well
with grilled chicken, swordfish and marinated shrimp.
It is best enjoyed slightly chilled and young, when the
fruit is bold and ripe.
UPC L'Ardì
750ml
0 80516 16224 9
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L’a rd i v i n ta g e c a rd
L’ArdÌ
Dolcetto d’Acqui DOC
Piemonte (Italy)
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Area of Production:
Estate vineyards in the heart of the Acqui zone.
Soil:
Calcareous, mixed with clay.
Grape Variety:
100% Dolcetto grapes.
Traditional maceration (5-7 days) with skin contact
followed by racking and gentle pressing of the must
and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless
steel tanks.
Characteristics:
Color: Ruby red.
Bouquet: Fresh fruit with notes of cherries
and blackberries.
Taste: Flavorful with varietal characteristics
and a typical dry finish.
Total Acidity: 5.2 g/l.
Ideal with grilled chicken, swordfish and marinated
shrimp. Serve slightly chilled.
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