Kettmeir Athesis Brut

From vineyards that Kettmeir describes as “a slap in the face to logic and a kiss to the earth” come these lively sparkling wines, born on the mid-altitude hills of Oltre Adige and Bassa Atesina (450–700?m). Here, on limestone-based soils with a firm clay component and deposits of schist, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir find their perfect balance between freshness and ripeness.

The grapes are hand-harvested in September, after which the base wine rests for several months on fine lees in stainless steel tanks. The liqueur de tirage is then added, and the wine undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle at 10–12?°C. An average ageing of 24?months on the lees gives the wine its refined mousse and layered aromas.

In the glass, Athesis Brut sparkles with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose opens with fresh fruit notes, subtly interwoven with a hint of yeast. On the palate, it is dry, lively and elegant, with a long, clean finish and a delicate touch of bread crust.

Perfect as an aperitif, but also a cheerful partner for light starters and pure fish and seafood dishes.