Lesser Known Sparklers
Trentodoc
Trentodoc wines are sparkling wines produced in the Trentino DOC region of Northern Italy. The wines can have equal proportions of Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Meunier and/or Pinot Noir. This blend largely follows Champagne's example. The wines have flavors of stone fruit, berry and citrus flavors with pronounced saline-laced minerality. They have high acidity because of the Alpine area in which they are grown and are great to pair with a wide range of foods.
They are made using the standard Champagne methods. The Non-vintage wines must be aged at least 15 months prior to release, vintage -dated bottles a minimum 24 months and those labeled riserva a minimum of 36 months.