Medici Ermete Phermento Ancestral Method Lambrusco di Sorbara 2021

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Italy / Modena

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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 Cordone Speronato (cordon trained and spur pruned) 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.

92 Points

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2021 vintage

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Harvest Note

2021 was a tumultuous year. An early spring was plagued by late frosts, causing some reduction in yields throughout the region. Luckily the Lambrusco Sorbara grapes, grown in Medici Estate's estate vineyards outside of Modena, were some of the least affected by the spring frost. A rainy spring slowed into a hot, dry summer with very cool nights, which allowed plenty of time for excellent and very healthy grape maturation. The grapes were harvested later than usual due to the dry summer and yields were slightly below average. The resulting wines achieved excellent balance, with exceptionally bright color and rich aromas. The quality of the land and biodiversity is very high, the grapes are healthy and the organically farmed vineyard is thriving.

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: Lambusco di Sorbara DOC

ACIDITY: 7.75 g/l

ABV: 11.5%

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.