{"product_id":"opera-trento-blanc-brut-nature-2015","title":"Opera Trento Blanc Brut Nature 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003eOpera Trento Blanc Brut Nature 2015 is a refined, mountain-born sparkling wine crafted from 100% Pinot Nero in the heart of Trentino. As a Brut Nature, it is completely dry, allowing the purity of fruit, minerality and long lees aging to shine without the influence of added dosage. This vintage bottling showcases the precision of Trento DOC Metodo Classico and highlights Opera Viticoltori’s dedication to expressing the cool, stony Val di Cembra terroir through elegant, gastronomic bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2015 Opera Trento Blanc Brut Nature shows a luminous, pale straw hue with subtle copper reflections, capped by a fine and persistent mousse. The nose is precise and layered: delicate notes of lemon zest, crisp apple and white peach mingle with alpine herbs, wildflowers, and hints of brioche, hazelnut and chalky stone from extended lees aging.\n\nOn the palate, it is taut and linear yet creamy in texture, with a vibrant acidity that carries flavours of citrus, pear skin and red apple, underpinned by a distinctly mineral backbone. Subtle savory and nutty nuances emerge with air—fresh bread crust, toasted almond, and a saline edge—leading to a long, dry and impeccably clean finish. This 2015 vintage, disgorged after several years on the lees, is drinking beautifully now but has the structure and acidity to evolve further in bottle for another 5–8 years, developing more complexity and tertiary notes over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from steep, terraced vineyards in the Val di Cembra, the grapes for Opera Trento Blanc Brut Nature come from high-altitude plots rooted in poor, rocky, predominantly porphyry soils. The cool Alpine climate, large day–night temperature swings and excellent drainage naturally limit yields, concentrating aromatics and preserving acidity in the Pinot Nero. Harvest is carried out by hand to ensure optimal selection of bunches, with grapes picked in the early morning to maintain freshness. After a gentle pressing of whole clusters to obtain only the finest must, primary fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks, with a portion potentially aged on fine lees for added texture. The wine then undergoes secondary fermentation in bottle according to the traditional Metodo Classico, followed by an extended maturation on the lees—often several years—before disgorgement and bottling without dosage (Brut Nature), resulting in a pure, terroir-driven expression of Trento DOC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpera Trento Blanc Brut Nature 2015 is an outstanding match for refined seafood dishes such as oysters, scallop crudo, sushi and sashimi, or simply grilled prawns with lemon and olive oil. Its structure and savory complexity also make it a great partner for alpine cheeses, charcuterie, light poultry dishes, and risotto with mountain herbs or mushrooms. For optimal enjoyment, serve well chilled at 6–8°C (43–46°F). A brief 10–15 minutes in the glass or an elegant tulip-shaped flute allows the wine to open up; decanting is generally not necessary, though pouring the first glasses and letting the bottle rest on ice will gradually reveal additional aromatic layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpera Viticoltori in Valdicembra is a quality-focused producer based in the dramatic, terraced landscapes of the Val di Cembra in Trentino Alto Adige. Working almost exclusively with steep hillside vineyards, the estate has become known for its meticulous viticulture and its commitment to capturing the crisp, mineral-driven character of this Alpine valley. Within the Trento DOC sphere, Opera has carved out a reputation for precise, long-aged Metodo Classico wines that showcase both the finesse of Pinot Nero and the singularity of high-altitude terroir. Their continual focus on low yields, hand harvesting, and extended lees aging has earned them growing recognition among sparkling wine enthusiasts seeking authentic, mountain-derived alternatives to Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opera Viticoltori in Valdicembra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255208005969,"sku":"XW-46930","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/opera-viticoltori-in-valdicembra-blanc-metodo-classico-brut-nature-2015_46930_1_aa40a461-fa4a-40b4-b1c0-5a2cf0c5b51c.webp?v=1783457373","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/opera-trento-blanc-brut-nature-2015","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}