Cantine Povero Vino Spumante Extra Dry is a lively, refreshing sparkling wine from the Piedmont region of Italy
. It is also known by its brand name, "Belvive," which is a Piedmontese expression for "life is beautiful".
Flavor profile and characteristics
- Color: Light straw yellow.
- Perlage: Fine and persistent bubbles.
- Aroma: Subtle and fresh, with notes of golden apple, pear, acacia flowers, and tropical fruits like banana.
- Taste: Dry and harmonious, with a clean and bright finish.
Winemaking
- Grape varietals: The wine is made from a blend of white grapes. Some importers cite it as 100% Chardonnay, although the official winery website describes it as a generic "white blend".
- Production method: The wine undergoes a second fermentation in pressure tanks, a process known as the Charmat method, which preserves the fresh and fruity character of the grapes.
- Region: Produced by the
- Cantine Povero winery
- in the Cisterna d'Asti area of Piedmont, Italy. The Povero family is an organic winemaker with a history stretching back to 1837.
Food pairings
This extra dry sparkling wine is highly versatile and can be enjoyed in several ways:
- As an aperitif.
- Paired with light appetizers.
- Complements seafood and shellfish dishes.
- Can be used in cocktails with orange or peach juice.