Introducing Ferrari, Trentino-Alto Adige For over a century, Ferrari has made some of Italy’s finest ‘Metodo Classico’ sparkling wines in the Trento DOC. Their enduring reputation for quality, stemming from meticulous grape selection and state-of-the-art winemaking, has ensured that they remain a reference point for the category today. Founder Giulio Ferrari honed his craft in Champagne before returning to Trento in 1902, at which point the territory was still part of the Austrian Empire. Here, he founded his eponymous winery and began making bottle-fermented wines to compete with the finest champagnes. Having no children to inherit the business, Giulio entrusted his legacy to local wineshop owner Bruno Lunelli in 1952. The Lunelli family has continued Giulio’s legacy in line with Ferrari’s founding principle: to express the singularity of the Trentino territory through exceptional sparkling wines. They currently own 100 hectares of certified organic vineyards within the region, all dedicated to the production of Ferrari’s exceptional wines. |
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Ferrari focuses primarily on Chardonnay, which Giulio Ferrari introduced to the area, planted on the slopes of the Dolomites, between 300 and 600 meters above sea level. These elevations create significant diurnal temperature variation, giving the grapes aromatic complexity, elegance, and acidity. In addition to the estate’s organic vineyards, Ferrari works with 600 like-minded local grape growers whose sustainability practices align with their own. The estate’s efforts towards maintaining the environment have also led to Ferrari achieving ‘Carbon neutral’ and ‘Biodiversity Friend’ certifications. Ferrari’s wines are made and bottled in their state-of-the-art winery just outside of Trentino. Across their range, from the ‘Maximum’ non-vintage cuvées to the vintage ‘Giulio Ferrari’ Riserva del Fondatore, Ferrari consistently over-delivers thanks to an uncompromising selection of grapes, attentive winemaking and extended lees ageing. In June 2023, the estate appointed two-time IWC Sparkling Winemaker of the Year, Cyril Brun, as Chef de Cave. Previously at Charles Heidsieck, Aÿ native Cyril brings his vast experience and new perspective to Trento DOC ‘Metodo Classico’ sparkling wines. The ‘Maximum’ range is made with restaurants in mind, resulting in gastronomic non-vintage wines defined by vibrant acidity and texture. The ‘Maximum’ Blanc de Blancs is made entirely from Chardonnay, while the Rosé blends 70% Pinot Noir with 30% Chardonnay. Both are aged on their lees for at least two years before release, creating significant length on the palate. (Please note: Products and pricing details subject to change and correct at time of publiction 27/3/2025.) |
 NEW Ferrari, Maximum Blanc de Blancs NV, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy 75cl 12.5% vol 75cl Only £32.99 Vineyards The grapes for this wine come from the slopes of the Dolomite mountains around the city of Trento. They are grown by around 600 families of vine growers that have worked for generations with the Lunelli family and follow the Ferrari sustainable practice protocol aided by the Ferrari agronomist team. Vineyards sit at an altitude between 300-750 meters above sea level which means high diurnal change in temperature giving the grapes a wide range of aromatics and high acidity levels. The soils here are glacial of origin and they have south-eastern and south-western exposures. Vinification After the first fermentation in stainless steel vats, the wines underwent malolactic fermentation to soften the natural acidity and improve texture. The cuvée was bottled and yeast from the Ferrari own strain selection were added for second fermentation. The wine is aged on lees for an average of 2 years before disgorgement and dosage. Tasting Notes Light straw yellow in colour with a fine perlage. It shows pleasant fruit aromas with hints of bread crust and hazelnut. The palate is elegant with a very persistent velvety texture with a light fruity note of ripe apples, pleasant hints of yeast and sweet almonds and a faintly aromatic quality that is typical of Chardonnay. |
 NEW Ferrari,`Maximum` Rosé, Pinot Nero, Chardonnay Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy 75cl 12.5% vol Only £38.99 Vineyards The grapes for this wine come from the slopes of the Dolomite mountains around the city of Trento. They are grown by around 600 families of vine growers that have worked for generations with the Lunelli family and follow the Ferrari sustainable practice protocol aided by the Ferrari agronomist team. Vineyards sit at an altitude between 300-750 meters above sea level which means high diurnal change in temperature giving the grapes a wide range of aromatics and high acidity levels. The soils here are glacial of origin and they have south-eastern and south-western exposures. Vinification Grapes were hand - picked and carried to the winery. The Chardonnay and half of the Pinot Noir grapes were gently pressed using a pneumatic press and fermented stainless steel vats as white wines. The remaining Pinot Noir grapes underwent 10-15 hours of maceration before being pressed and fermented into a rosé wine. After the malolactic fermentation – which soften the natural acidity and improve texture – the wines were blended into a rosé wine which was bottled for the second fermentation. Ferrari use their own selection of yeast to start the second fermentation. The wine is aged on lees for a minimum of 2 years before disgorgement and dosage which is normally in the range of 5-6 gr of sugar. Tasting Notes Elegant pink hue with a persistent perlage. The nose shows delicate aromas of yeast, deriving from the long bottle ageing, and berries that are typical of Pinot Noir. The palate has flavours of raspberry, wild strawberry and violets are accompanied by hints of brioche on the finish. Why not join our mailing list for all our in-store happenings... |
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