Bisol Desiderio Jeio Brut Cuvee Rose

James Suckling 92
A deliciously fruity and dry sparkling wine with melon, light strawberry and citrus aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, tight and fruity. Fresh finish. Serious character to this. Bottled in 2018. James Suckling, November 24, 2018

TASTING NOTES
Delicate rose color with fine and persistent perlage. Elegant, complex bouquet on the nose with scents of rose, hints of fresh fruits and lychees. The sip is full, sapid, harmonious, with a well-balanced acidity.

a delectable sparkling ros made from a combination of merlot and Pinot Noir grapes from vineyards on the steep hills of the Veneto. This ros has excellent balance and a unique personality with vibrant scents of floral notes
February, 10 2017, Scott Greenberg

ESTATE VINEYARDS
Region: Veneto
Location: On top of steep hills
Elevation: 50-250 meters (164-820 feet)
Exposure: South
Training: Spurred cordon and double arched cane

HARVEST NOTES
Harvest Dates: From the second half of August to the first half of September, depending on the grape variety.

VINIFICATION
A brief period of maceration gives the wine its slightly pink color and determines the action of the aromatic varietal substances that bring out the grapes floral, fruity and surprisingly typical characteristics. The long and gradual fermentation cycle together with a sustained period in the presence of yeasts, both in the wine and during
re-fermentation, confers delicacy and elegance on this cuve and makes it persistent on the palate.
Fermentation: Stainless-steel tanks for 15 days at 16 C (61 F)
Maceration: Cold, for 12-36 hours
Second Fermentation: Charmat method in autoclaves

TASTING NOTES
Delicate rose color with fine and persistent perlage. Elegant, complex bouquet on the nose with scents of rose, hints of fresh fruits and lychees. The sip is full, sapid, harmonious, with a well-balanced acidity.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Varietal Composition: 50 Merlot, 50 Pinot Noir
(made from mostly estate fruit)
Cases Produced: 13,300 (12/750)
Alcohol: 11.5
TA: 5.5g/L
RS: 9g/L
Dry Extract: 18.5g/L

The rich history of Bisol dates back to 1542, when the Bisol family first began cultivating grapes. Today, Gianluca Bisol has assumed the role of president and CEO while his brother, Desiderio, holds the position of chief enologist and technical director. With 500 years of winemaking tradition, Bisol produces a range of organically farmed and internationally recognized Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG crus. Bisol's second selection of wines, Jeio, is sourced from specific plots located on the steep slopes in the appellation and is dedicated to the patriarch of the family, Desiderio Bisol, who was known to his wife by that name. "The power of Prosecco lies in its capacity to become, not a status symbol, but a lifestyle symbol: in fact, our Prosecco is fine, modern, versatile and sustainable," says Gianluca. "Our partnership with Wilson Daniels will ensure that this Italian style of living is conveyed to the US market." The Bisol family cultivates more than 20 vineyards located in the best-suited areas for wine production, including the renowned Cartizze hill. A superior focus on promoting vine health through environmentally sustainable techniques is at the forefront of Bisol's viticulture methodology. In the cellar, vinification is completed so as to maintain the different expressions of the unique sites and soils. "Chartice" -- today's prestigious Cartizze hill -- is considered to be of the highest quality, or even the grand cru of Prosecco. The Cartizze zone is a single commune and the Bisol family has taken advantage of the rich soils, slopes and vineyard exposure -- known as "terra" -- to capture the soul and spirit of Prosecco. The terra is directly responsible for the quality in Bisol's superior DOCG cru wines.