Spumante Brut di Asprinio 'Trenta Pioli' Salvatore Martusciello 2022

The ‘Trentapioli’ Asprinio d’Aversa Spumante Brut from the Salvatore Martusciello winery is a Martinotti Method rich in history and tradition, an expression of one of the most characteristic cultivation systems in the global viticulture landscape. Indeed, the Asprinio vineyards are traditionally cultivated through the ancient alberata form, with the plants growing in height by climbing on trees of various species, especially poplars. The vines therefore reach heights of 10-15 meters, and for this reason, the use of special ladders is necessary for cultivation operations and harvesting. The name ‘Trentapioli’ refers precisely to the ladder used, which is 15 meters high and consists of about 30 rungs.

The Salvatore Martusciello Asprinio d’Aversa ‘Trentapioli’ Brut Sparkling Wine is made from only Asprinio grapes cultivated with the ancient alberata system in the Agro Aversano. The harvest is done by hand with the aid of very tall special ladders and is followed by the soft pressing of the bunches. The must obtained undergoes alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, with the sparkling base thus obtained that is subsequently subjected to the sparkling process in autoclave according to the Martinotti Method, otherwise known as the Charmat Method. The sparkling wine remains for a long period of at least 180 days to mature on the lees in autoclave, acquiring a certain structure and complexity.

Visually, the Salvatore Martusciello Asprinio d’Aversa ‘Trentapioli’ Brut Sparkling Wine expresses a straw yellow color tending towards golden with persistent effervescence. The aromatic profile carries pleasant notes of citrus, white fruit, and aromatic herbs, combined with hints of almond and flowers. The sip stands out for its freshness and liveliness, as well as for the savory tone that accompanies the enticing citrus persistence on the finish.