Rivara Prestige Cuvée Brut
Rivara Prestige Cuvée Brut (2020) is a Prestige Series sparkling wine made from 100% Chardonnay. Light to medium-bodied and extra brut (very dry), it balances bright citrus and orchard fruit freshness with toasted brioche complexity from extended méthode traditionnelle bottle fermentation and 18 months on lees.
- Style: Extra Brut, medium-bodied sparkling wine.
- Grape & Vintage: 100% Chardonnay — 2020.
- Production: Méthode Traditionnelle with extended bottle fermentation; 18 months on lees for added texture and savory complexity.
- Tasting profile: Citrus and orchard fruit freshness with toasted brioche and almond notes.
- Food pairings: Seafood, white meat and goat cheese.
- Alcohol: 12.8% ABV.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Rivara Prestige Cuvée Brut |
| Vintage Year | 2020 |
| Wine Type | Sparkling Wine |
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| Collection Line | Prestige Series |
| Body Style | Medium-Bodied |
| Sweetness Level | Extra Brut |
| Fermentation Method | Méthode Traditionnelle (traditional bottle fermentation) |
| Lees Aging | 18 months |
| Production Notes | Extended bottle fermentation with extended lees contact for added texture and toasted brioche complexity |
| Flavor Notes | Lemon Zest; Pear; Almond; Green Apple; Citrus; Toasted Brioche |
| Food Pairing | Seafood; White Meat; Goat Cheese |
| Alcohol Content (ABV) | 12.8% |
