Giulio Ferrari Riserva Fondatore 2009 – Ferrari

Grapes:

The grapes used to make this wine are the best Chardonnay grapes grown in the Lunelli family’s vineyards, located at the foot of the mountains surrounding Trento. These vineyards are situated at an altitude of up to 600 meters, which makes them ideal for producing high-quality grapes.

The wine is aged on the lees for over 10 years, which gives it a great complexity while maintaining its balance, freshness, and elegance. This extended aging period also contributes to the wine’s fine bubbles and rich texture.

Giulio Ferrari Riserva Fondatore 2009 has won numerous awards in Italy and abroad, including the coveted “Tre bicchieri” award from Gambero Rosso, Italy’s most authoritative wine guide, 24 times. It has also received high scores from top wine critics, such as 98/100 from Decanter and 97/100 from Wine Advocate.

Overall, this wine is a true masterpiece of Italian winemaking and a must-try for anyone who appreciates fine sparkling wines.

The 2009 vintage was characterized by a harsh winter with abundant precipitation. However, the delayed start of the growing season was quickly recovered thanks to a very hot spring, which brought back the average values of the vine development during flowering and fruit set. The good temperature variations during the summer, with temperatures even above seasonal averages, led to a harvest of perfectly healthy and rich grapes from an aromatic point of view.

Overall, the vintage had a slow start, but the hot spring and good temperature variations during the summer allowed for a high-quality grape harvest. This resulted in the production of a great wine with complex aromas and flavors, as seen in the case of the Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore 2009.

Organoleptic characteristics:

When poured into the glass, the Giulio Ferrari Riserva Fondatore 2009 displays golden reflections and a very persistent and refined perlage.

The initial aroma is intense and immediately evokes floral notes of jasmine, as well as quince, orange zest, and gingerbread. The taste confirms the richness that the aroma suggests. The wine has a creamy texture but is also vibrant, with a pleasant iodine finish that prolongs the experience. The finish also returns to delicate spice notes and exotic fruit flavors, which extend the wine’s persistence and emphasize its extraordinary nobility.

Overall, this wine is a sensory delight, with a rich bouquet of aromas and flavors that are beautifully balanced and elegantly expressed. The wine’s creamy texture and persistent perlage make it a pleasure to drink, and its complex and sophisticated profile make it a wine to be savored and appreciated.