Milazzo Classico - Brut

Intriguing and Mediterranean in Character
Created edition after edition to highlight the diverse expressions of the soils found across the winery’s different contrade, Milazzo Classico represents the finest synthesis of Milazzo’s historic Chardonnay–Inzolia blend and the distinctive microclimatic characteristics of its terroir.

WINE TYPE: Classic Method Brut Sparkling Wine
GRAPE VARIETIES: Chardonnay – Inzolia

SOIL TYPES: Contrada Fondirò, Munti area: dark clay soils, highly mineral-rich Contrada Ninotta: white soils with strongly calcareous marl and grey loamy-silty soils Contrada Arena Nuovo: from white calcareous soils to medium-textured clay soils.
TRAINING SYSTEM: Trellis system with spurred cordon and Guyot pruning.

HARVEST PERIOD: Chardonnay: first half of August; Inzolia: first half of September.
HARVESTING METHOD: Manual harvesting into 14 kg crates.

WINEMAKING: Whole-cluster pressing, followed by fermentation at a controlled temperature. The sparkling-wine base wines are aged in stainless-steel tanks.
MATURATION: The cuvée, with the addition of the tirage liqueur, undergoes secondary fermentation in bottle. The bottles are then stacked in the cellar and aged on the lees for a minimum of 24 months.

The Terroir – Terre della Baronia
Milazzo Classico is born in a unique terroir known as Terre della Baronia, comprising six contrade and approximately 50 different sub-areas.
Here, hillside climatic conditions and a remarkable diversity of soils combine with the beneficial influence of a typically Mediterranean climate, characterized by mild winters and summers refreshed by a constant, gentle breeze.
Together with the distinctive climate of Campobello di Licata, these conditions allow the selected grapes to achieve full ripeness while preserving their freshness and aromatic character.
This distinctly Mediterranean expression is particularly evident in Milazzo Classico, reflecting the winery’s approach to both vineyard and cellar practices, all aimed at preserving and enhancing the character of the territory.

Tasting Notes
Delicate straw yellow with greenish reflections, accompanied by a fine perlage and a refined crown. Intriguing on the nose, with fresh, vibrant green citrus notes. Fresh and savory on the palate, with a broad mouthfeel and excellent persistence.

Food Pairings
Excellent as an aperitif and ideal with appetizers, raw fish, oysters, light soups, fish dishes and white meats.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: 5–7°C.
ALCOHOL: 12.5% vol.