The “Conegliano Valdobbiadene” D.O.C.G. is born from precise rules that guarantee its uniqueness and authenticity, and from a tradition that, whilst adapting itself to the changes that have taken place, has preserved over time a precise and unmistakable identity. Tranquillo, Frizzante, or Spumante - that with the introduction of the D.O.C.G. is called Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. - can be recognised for its light straw-yellow colour, medium body, and unique floral and fruity fragrance. The Prosecco Superiore fully expresses its agile, and at the same time, energetic character and is produced mainly in three versions that are characterized by the sugar residue: the Brut, the Extra Dry and Dry. Brut, the driest (between 0 and 12 g/l), is the most modern version and has reaped international success. The Brut is the more modern version and it has had a great international success. It is characterised by richer scents of hints citrus and vegetable hints, which are combined with a pleasant note of bread crust together with a beautiful and lively gustative energy. The fine ‘perlage’ ensures the persistence of flavour and the cleansing of the palate, making a sparkling wine par excellence for the table. C H A R A C T E R I S T I C S A N D T Y P E S O F W I N E S The Extra-Dry, the “classic” version (from 12 to 17 g/l) combines the aromatic varieties with the pungency enhanced by the bubbles. The colour is brilliant straw yellow enlivened by the perlage. The aroma is fresh and rich in flavours of fruit (apple and pear), with citrus hints that fade to floral. In the mouth the wine is mellow and at the same time dry, thanks to a very pronounced acidity. The Dry (between 17 and 32 g/l) is the less known version that exalts the fruity and floral notes. Cartizze is traditionally produced in this type. The Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze has a greater intensity, which manifests itself in its colour and with its complexity of inviting and extended aromas from apple to pear, from apricot to citrus, to rose, with a pleasant glacé almond aftertaste. The Frizzante is the simplest and most immediate: conceived to attract young people and the less experienced consumer. The version with refermentation in the bottle is the true ambassador of the vintners tradition; an essential wine, dry, light, and digestible. In the most widespread method of fermentation, in autoclave, the Frizzante harmonises the fragrance of the varied aromas of the grapes with a delicate tweaking of carbon dioxide, in a union which gives great freshness. Less well known is the Tranquillo version. It is obtained from the most dense and less productive grapes and from well-ripened grapes. Vinification may require a brief cold maceration of the skins of the grapes in order to enrich the wine’s aromas and texture. The colour is a delicate straw-like yellow, with aromas reminiscent of apple, pear, almond and Millefiori honey (of a thousand flowers). The structure is smooth and persistent, sometimes with a pleasantly bitterish aftertaste that makes it more articulate and complex. Although not a wine for aging, it can still be appreciated into its second year of life.