Phermento ‘Pet-Net’Lambrusco di Sorbara DOC 2023

Overview / 2023 / 2022 / 2021

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Italy / Modena

Alessandro Medici takes fresh look at Lambrusco with his brainchild "Phermento," a wine produced using exclusively Lambrusco di Sorbara grapes fermented using the Ancestral Method of sparkling wine production. Sorbara, which is one of the most delicate and lightly colored Lambrusco grapes, has a high level of acidity and low tannins that are well suited to the Ancestral method of production. The Sorbara vines are 35 years old, grown in clay soil and with restricted yields. The wine ferments in bottle to brut nature (zero dosage), and is capped with a crown cap. The internal pressure is 2.5 bars, making this wine frizzante. The wine is best served at a temperature of 46 - 50 degrees Fahrenheit and should be consumed within two years of vintage.

Harvest Note

It seems inevitable to make a comparison of the 2023 vintage with 2022, a season which was very extreme. Fortunately, the 2023 vintage was much more classic, with temperatures and percipitation in line with seasonal averages. During the spring, however, frost was a challenge, and extremely heavy rains posed challenges for the organically farmed crops on the Medici estate, resulting in yields that were down 12% compared to 2022. While yields were down, the quality of the wine is very good, characterized by excellent acidity, particularly ripe, opulent grapes, rich in polyphenols.

Tasting Note

Deep pink in color, the wine has a bouquet reminiscent of raspberry and red fruit. Dry, yet fruit-forward and vibrant. The bubbles are fine, rich and persistent on the finish.

Technical Data

GRAPES: 100% Lambrusco Sorbara

APPELLATION: Lambrusco di Sorbara DOC

ACIDITY: 7.6 g/l

ABV: 11.50%

DOSAGE: Zero dosage

Unique Selling Points

Naturally fermented using method ancestral or "Pet-Nat" method with zero dosage
130-year-old, 5th generation family winery
From organically farmed Medici family estate vineyards
Medici Ermete winery is certified sustainable by the Equalitas standard

The Medici Ermete winery dates to the 1890s, making them one of the oldest Lambrusco producers in Italy. Their passionate dedication to quality includes a proud commitment to organic farming and sustainable practices. Building upon a long history of sustainable winemaking, in 2021 the Medici Ermete winery was officially certified sustainable with Equalitas.

Alberto & Alessandro Medici, Owners

About the Grape

Lambrusco

Well-made Lambrusco can be refreshingly dry, with a lovely fragrance of red fruit and violets, a medium-bodied palate of fresh strawberries, a gentle spritz and a slight bitter almond finish.