Spumante Metodo Classico Brut 'Contea Sclafani' Tenuta Regaleali - Tasca d'Almerita 2018

The Sparkling Brut "Contea Sclafani" by Tasca d'Almerita is a classic method which is still produced with the traditional technique. The Brut "Contea Sclafani" was wanted in the 90s to satisfy the palates and taste of the friends of Conte Giuseppe and is today one of the most popular Sicilian methods classics. The name Sclafani, according to local tradition, derives from the greek Esculapifanum, meaning "sacred to Aesculapius", the presence in the area of a temple dedicated to the god of medicine. Originally, in the twelfth century, was an ancient Sicilian feudal state and included the present day towns of Aliminusa, Scillato, Sclafani Bagni and Valledolmo. The Sparkling Brut "Contea Sclafani" by Tasca d'Almerita born in the wine area of Regaleali estate, on the vineyard "Cava Rina", at 500 meters above sea level, on sandy soils and exposure to South/West. The presence of the Chardonnay makes this classic method very soft and elegant, with a fine and persistent perlage and with a wonderful fruity fragrance. A classic method which refines in bottle with its lees for 24 months, a classic method that will surprise you.