In the same context, a vertical tasting of Prosecco Bottega was held: 6 vintages from 2013 to 2023.

EXCLUSIVE QUALITY AND PRICES UP TO 250 EURO.

Sandro Bottega presented today in Milan the world preview of the new line of premium Prosecco called “Prosecco Premium Vintage Collection”. These bottles are characterized by unique features that elevate the quality of this sparkling wine to 360°: Selection of individual vineyards in the most suitable plots among the UNESCO World Heritage Hills; Glera grapes grown in the name of sustainability and harvested only by hand when they are perfectly ripe; Pre-fermentation cryomaceration, to fully safeguard the organoleptic charge of the grapes; Aging in new “horizontal” autoclaves, the result of the most advanced technological research applied to quality winemaking; Long fermentation times (up to 12 months, where Prosecco normally reaches about 1 month), to obtain wines with different organoleptic expressions depending on the individual vintages and the different crus. Finally, stoppers made of 100% Sardinian cork were chosen and previously subjected to a patented process by a specialized company capable of signaling the possible presence of off-flavors (i.e. TCA, responsible for the infamous cork taint), to preserve the wine over time. In short, a quality at the top of the wine world and prices up to 250 euros per bottle, for wines that have nothing to envy to the various Classic Methods and French Champagnes.

In this regard, Sandro Bottega has developed a careful comparative analysis, which has shown that the production costs of Prosecco, in highly suitable areas with extremely steep hills, are 3 times higher than those of Classic Method and Champagne, which are mostly characterised by undulating or flat orography.

The “Prosecco Premium Vintage Collection” line includes 5 different sparkling wines. The first three releases, already available, are: Gold Cru Vintage 2022 Extra Brut (€35 in the best wine shops), Gold Extra Brut Vintage 2022 (€42 in the best wine shops) and Gold Diamond Vintage 2022 Extra Brut (€54 in the best wine shops). The last two, Vintage 2021, are characterized by longer refinement (up to 12 months), so much so as to bring the price up to €250 per bottle. “Prosecco Premium Vintage Collection” will be distributed in a limited edition (no more than 50,000 bottles), only in the best wine shops and restaurants around the world.

This new line was introduced today by a Vertical guided by Sandro Bottega. For the occasion, 6 historic vintages of Prosecco Doc Bottega were tasted: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, 2023, demonstrating that even quality Proseccos can withstand over 10 years of aging, indeed acquiring an evolution of aromas and taste.

After this unprecedented “Vertical Prosecco”, chefs Remo and Mario Capitaneo of the starred restaurant “Verso” in Milan have created a special and unrepeatable menu to accompany glasses of the new Prosecco Gold Extra Brut Vintage 2022.

Sandro Bottega commented: “With the Prosecco Vintage Premium Collection Project I set out to concretely demonstrate that Prosecco, if of quality, has nothing to envy of the best French Champagnes. I would add that today’s vertical of historic vintages offered a broad overview of the still unexpressed potential of Prosecco.”

With a 2023 turnover of over 91 million euros (6.5% on 2022) and exports exceeding 80% of production, the Bottega SpA winery confirms itself as one of the most dynamic in the sector, aiming for balanced and progressive development also thanks to a constant increase in the quality of Prosecco. The growth trend is also confirmed in the first 6 months of 2024 and allows for a turnover of close to 100 million euros at the end of the year. Bottega reaches the markets of 165 countries around the world and has a particularly strong presence in: Canada, USA, Germany, Switzerland, Benelux, Scandinavia. The 30 Bottega Prosecco Bars, located mainly in the main airports in Europe and the Middle East, represent the best expression of Made in Italy, where Bottega wines and spirits are paired with finger food and typical Italian dishes.

An evening not to be missed “THE LARGE BOTTLES OF GASPARE BUSCEMI ACCOMPANIE THE DISHES OF CHEF PAOLO SPERANZON” Thursday 24 October, 8.00 pm.

An evening not to be missed for gourmets and lovers of good wine. Thursday 24 October at 8pm at Locanda San Martino, a historic venue in San Martino d’Alpago, a hamlet of Chies, a mountain village in the province of Belluno. The large bottles of Gaspare Buscemi accompany the dishes of chef Paolo Speranzon. In the 1950s, Pier Paolo Pasolini coined the definition “master in the shadows” for the Ligurian poet Camillo Sbarbaro; this fine attribution is well suited to Gaspare Buscemi, a singular figure of “artisan winemaker”, in his words! In the literary field he would be classified as a writer for writers or in the musical field a musician for musicians; ultimately considered, respected and esteemed in the restricted circle of insiders, but little known to most. Yet this gentleman boasts a cursus honorum of considerable specific weight. In the 60s he was one of those commendable trailblazers who literally refounded the world of wine in Friuli Venezia Giulia, later he revived important wineries in Piedmont and, among many others, we find him among the creators of the best Italian Brandy, the “Villa Zarri”. A man of undoubted intellectual honesty, lively intelligence, vast culture and absolute originality in the wine panorama of the Bel Paese. Gaspare Buscemi will comment on his wines during the evening. As a gift to the participants, his “Practical Guide to the Pleasure of Wine”

A MARRIAGE IN THE NAME OF THE MOST EXCLUSIVE ELEGANCE.

The cellars of the Brave Wine holding and the fashion brands of OTB , an Italian luxury group, both headed by the entrepreneur Renzo Rosso , present themselves among the highest expressions of the combination of excellent wines and Made in Italy fashion during the prestigious Vendemmia di Montenapoleone, a key event that animates the Quadrilatero della Moda during the Wine Week in the Milanese autumn. The evening of October 10, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, will see selected guests immerse themselves in an exclusive experience among the boutiques of the district, in a meeting of excellence between the world of fashion and that of wine. “ This is the right event to unite the excellence of design and the Italian winemaking tradition. Vendemmia di Montenapoleone is the perfect opportunity to show how passion, both in fashion and in wine, can give life to timeless creations. With Brave Wine and OTB brands we bring a touch of innovation and style to this historic Milanese district, celebrating Italian beauty and art in every glass and in every collection ” commented Renzo Rosso , President of Brave Wine and OTB Group . Maison Margiela will combine its codes of nonconformism with the Piedmontese wines of the Josetta Saffirio winery. Tasting glasses of Alta Langa metodo classico and Barolo Riserva Millenovecento48, guests will discover a story of passion and dedication that deeply resonates with the creations of the maison. The creativity of Marni will join the wines of Diesel Farm , a winery on the hills of Marostica (Vicenza) owned by Rosso for over 30 years. In this context, the protagonist label will be Celebrating 55, a classic method sparkling wine that is a manifesto of the joy of living and sharing special moments. The elegance of Jil Sander will meet the volcanic authenticity of Benanti wines. Etna Bianco and Etna Rosso complete the Jil Sander’s narrative in a dialogue that celebrates pure beauty. In addition to tasting the labels in the various stores, it will be possible to purchase them through QR Code, connecting directly to Tannico, the largest online wine shop dedicated to Italian wines. In this setting of refined pairings, the participation of Brave Wine and OTB brands underlines a commitment to excellence, enriching the prestigious calendar of the Vendemmia di Montenapoleone with a unique experience that highlights the best of Made in Italy.

From conferences to guided tastings, from shows to excursions, up to the appointment with haute cuisine among the vineyards of the Wine Trekking Gourmet and that with the traditions and folklore of the itinerant dinner of the Caneve in festa. Without forgetting the performance of the Canta dei Mesi and the event that combines grappa-based cocktails and live jazz.

The program of this second edition of the event is really rich. From 11 to 20 October.

The countdown for the second edition of Dolo-Vini-Miti, the vertical wine festival organized by ApT Fiemme Cembra and Associazione Turistica Val di Cembra, has officially begun. “ A play on words – comments Vera Rossi, President of the Associazione Turistica Val di Cembra – that well expresses the importance of the Dolomites for our wines. Among the novelties – she adds – the desire to open a dialogue with other territories in the world of wine, to share experiences and grow more and more ”.

A desire that emerges from the opening appointment, scheduled for Friday 11 October at 18:00 at the Verla di Giovo theatre , with the open-access round table entitled “The landscapes of wine” , where Val di Cembra, Langhe and Etna will discuss their respective experiences of valorization, between UNESCO recognition and the national PRIS register, an acronym that identifies the Rural Landscapes of Historical Interest recognized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests. Moderating the meeting, which includes a rich array of speakers, DipWSET Cristina Mercuri .

On Saturday 12 October the day kicks off at 11.00 onwards with the stage route between the huts of the Val di Cembra Wine Trekking Gourmet : 5 kilometres interspersed with tastings of dishes created by a group of chefs from the Val di Fiemme, paired with local wines. After a small welcome gift prepared by the starred chef Alessandro Gilmozzi , who will also take care of the appetizer based on char tartare and crunchy pasta, lettuce cream and vegetable mayonnaise, the scepter will pass to another starred colleague, Alessandro Bellingeri , who will create a dish of nettle gnocchi, ziegerle and scallop carbonara. The second course, entrusted to Tommaso Bellante , will be a pumpkin puree, stewed beef shoulder and blueberry cabbage while closing with the dessert will be Luca Caviola and his grape marc fritter with apples, garnette and grappa custard.

The afternoon will continue at 6:00 pm with a masterclass conducted by the well-known “Winery Lover” Simone Roveda at the Cantina Corvée in Cembra dedicated to the theme of longevity , with a comparison between the reds of Langa and the bubbles of Trentino , where you will have the extraordinary opportunity to taste historic vintages with productions. A leap back in time that in the case of Trento DOC will arrive at 1993/1994, passing through 2008, 2009 and 2011, with a tasting “sur lie” and disgorgement à la volèe while for Barolo even up to 1982.

Finally, space for art with the theatrical show “Stories of men and wines” in the suggestive setting of the Church of San Pietro di Cembra by and with Pino Petruzzelli. From 9.00 pm .

On Sunday 13 October, at 10:30 , we move to the foot of the Dolomites, with a masterclass on the theme of verticality in the multipurpose room A. Moro di Bellamonte , in Val di Fiemme. Claudio Di Maria, best sommelier AIS Etna 2024, will propose a journey from North to South in the world of Italian volcanic wines, Cembran and otherwise, with ten references .

On Monday 14 October , at 8:00 pm , at Cembra Cantina di Montagna , there will be the presentation of the first technical report for the creation of a map of the vineyard territory created by Fabio Zottele, Cecilia Mattedi, Francesco Centurioni, Daniele Andreis and Stefano Corradini of the Mach Foundation, starting from the morphological analyses of the territory. A fundamental tool for the promotion of the territory.

From Tuesday 15 to Saturday 19 October , every afternoon , you can take part in various treks to discover the area , in some cases combined with visits to the winery. You will explore the Val Fredda and Lake Lases, with the “ Fresh and sparkling ” trekking tour that will end with a visit and tasting at the Micheli Winery in Lona; the Pontergnach farms at sunset with “ At the sunset ”; the town of Sevignano and its installations dedicated to owls with “ The town of owls ”, with a visit and tasting at the Beghel Winery; the farms and woods of the Montesover area with “ The path of suspended lands ” and the climb from the Avisio stream to the town of Faver with “ Life is made of stairs ”, which includes itinerant tastings of the wines of La Campirlota.