The name Abate Nero evokes the figure of the French abbot believed to be the “father” of Champagne. It was born in the early 70s by Luciano Lunelli and some friends determined to develop ever more singular, good, prestigious “bubbles”. The first cuvée is assembled in 1973 was a success. The company’s first headquarters is the cellar of Palazzo de Schulthaus in the center of Lavis, which had once also seen the first sparkling wines of Giulio Ferrari. Later he moved to San Lazzaro where anchors we find the cellar. In the 1990s, the company decided to start the production of sparkling wines whose permanence on the lees has increased for the taking of foam for much longer. Of particular importance for the company are the vintages: 1994,2004,2008.
We had the pleasure of tasting the 2008 classic method reserve Abate Nero. Spectacular wine, produced with only Chardonnay grapes. As already mentioned, it ages for a long time on the lees, in this case for 80 months. Straw yellow color with golden reflections and a very fine and persistent perlage. There are floral notes, dried fruit, honey and panbrioche. On the palate it is understood and highlights an extraordinary evolution.
This wine can be paired both with pork or other nice ones with not too strong flavors but also with fatty fish, even vegetarian. Optimal to enjoy in company and to celebrate a special event.
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