{"product_id":"rustico-prosecco-superiore-docg","title":"\"Rustico\" Prosecco Superiore DOCG","description":"\u003ch4\u003eVineyard and winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRustico is made from Glera grown on the middle-elevation hills of the Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG area. The varied soils range from shallow, calcareous ground on the steeper slopes to deeper fluvio-glacial deposits with clay at depth, providing the wine with freshness, delicacy and a clear sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe must is cooled and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel before a second fermentation in pressurised tanks using the Charmat method. Classified as Brut, Rustico is made to retain Glera’s bright fruit and floral perfume while delivering a clean, finely sparkling finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliant pale straw, animated by a fine and lively mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliams pear and crisp apple are lifted by white blossom, lemon zest and a faint mineral note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePalate\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight-footed and precise, with pear, green apple and citrus carried by soft bubbles. A subtle almond note appears towards the close, leaving the finish dry, delicate and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent as an aperitif or with smoked-salmon blinis, courgette fritters, dressed crab, young goat’s cheese or vegetable tempura. Its uncomplicated freshness also makes it a graceful choice for canapés and celebratory gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBackground story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRustico has been part of Nino Franco’s story since the 1970s. Originally made as a Prosecco with its lees, it became a Charmat-method sparkling wine in 1979 and went on to introduce the house’s quality-led approach to drinkers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Rustico in 1999 was one of the inspirations behind the establishment of Sommelier’s Choice. It subsequently helped redefine expectations of Prosecco in the UK, earning its place as a pouring wine in fine-dining restaurants through its quality, consistency and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nino Franco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7848976842812,"sku":"NFRUSTICO","price":23.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/1984\/8252\/files\/nino-franco-rustico-prosecco-nv-standardised-600x960.png?v=1791376156","url":"https:\/\/sommelierschoice.co.uk\/products\/rustico-prosecco-superiore-docg","provider":"Sommelier's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}