Rive di Farra di Soligo Col Credas (2021) - Adami
This wine is made using 100% Glera, a particular native grape variety of the Veneto. In the world of Prosecco, the term "Rive" indicates wines made from particularly steep vineyards, which guarantee grapes of the highest quality. The Adami winery, which produces this wine, is one of the oldest in Valdobbiadene, with a history going back to 1600.
Rive di Farra di Soligo Col Credas (2021) - Adami
Type: Sparkling wine or Champagne
Area: Italy, Veneto, Valdobbiadene
Appellation: Valdobbiadene DOCG
Grape variety: Glera
Vintage: 2021
Winery: Adami
Alcohol: 11.5%
The appellation: Valdobbiadene DOCG
Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG is the highest qualitative expression of Prosecco. This appellation identifies the sparkling wines produced among the hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, in the heart of the province of Treviso, in Veneto. Since 2009 it has held Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita status, reserved exclusively for wines produced in the historic hillside area, marked by steep slopes, unique microclimates and heroic viticulture.
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Who makes it: Adami
Adami was founded in 1920, when Abele Adami bought the Vigneto Giardino vineyard and, in 1933, released the first single-vineyard Prosecco (Riva Giardino Asciutto), unique of its kind at the time.Production has remained firmly tied to the terroir-driven tradition of Valdobbiadene, under the expert guidance of Franco and Armando Adami, who in the twentieth century expanded the project while preserving quality and authenticity.Today Adami owns around 12 ha directly and manages partnerships covering a further 38 ha, working sustainably and selectively across several Rive DOCG.
Find out more about AdamiThe vine of Rive di Farra di Soligo Col Credas
Glera
Glera is a white grape variety native to north-eastern Italy, best known as the main ingredient of the famous Prosecco. With a history whose roots go back to ancient Rome, Glera is today grown mainly in Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia, where it finds the ideal conditions to express its characteristics at their best.
Find out moreRive di Farra di Soligo Col Credas: the area of Valdobbiadene
Valdobbiadene
Valdobbiadene is one of the world capitals of sparkling wine, in the heart of the Treviso hills, in Veneto. This region, together with Conegliano, is the heart of the Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) for Prosecco Superiore, a sparkling wine celebrated for its freshness, elegance and versatility. The hills of Valdobbiadene, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offer a unique terroir, marked by mineral-rich hill soils and a microclimate ideal for winegrowing.
Find out more about ValdobbiadeneClimate: Pre-Alpine
Soil: Limestone / chalk
Geographical setting: Hilly
Profile of Rive di Farra di Soligo Col Credas
Primary aromas: Citrus, Mineral
Secondary aromas: citrus, White flowers, minerals
Tasting notes: This wine shows a bright straw-yellow colour, accompanied by a fine, persistent perlage. The bouquet is intense and broad, with notes of apple, citrus and white flowers. On tasting it proves elegant and fresh, with a surprising balance between acidity and salinity. The finish is long and clean, with pleasant mineral hints. A wine of great personality, perfect alongside fish dishes or to enjoy as an aperitif.
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Light |
| Acidity | High |
| Tannin | Absent |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Long |
| Colour | Pale straw yellow |
| Clarity | Clear |
Winemaking methods used for Rive di Farra di Soligo Col Credas
Hand harvesting
Hand harvesting is a traditional, painstaking approach to picking, where bunches are selected and cut by hand straight from the vine. Compared with machine harvesting it allows far closer attention to quality, since only the best bunches are chosen and the fruit is not damaged.
Find out moreTemperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel
Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel is a technique that makes it possible to produce fresh, fruity, clean wines, preserving the varietal aromas of the grapes at their best.
Find out moreCharmat method (secondary fermentation in tank)
Secondary fermentation in tank, also known as the Charmat method, is a winemaking technique used to produce fresh, aromatic sparkling wines. This process takes place in large pressure vessels (autoclaves), where the wine undergoes a second fermentation thanks to the addition of sugars and selected yeasts.Characteristics of the Charmat Method ColourWhites: Bright straw yellow with greenish highlights. Rosés: Pale pink or bright salmon tones.AromasFruity: Notes of green apple, pear, peach and citrus. Floral: Hints of white flowers, acacia and wisteria.FlavourFresh and lively: With balanced acidity and a fine, persistent mousse. Light and harmonious: Ideal for drinking young and straight away.Stages of the Process 1. First Fermentation The must ferments to turn the sugars into alcohol, producing the base wine. 2. Second Fermentation The base wine is transferred into autoclaves, where the tirage liqueur (sugars and yeasts) is added. The secondary fermentation then begins, with the development of carbon dioxide and bubbles. 3. Stabilisation The sparkling wine is chilled and filtered to remove the yeast residues. 4. Bottling Once the process is complete, the wine is bottled under pressure to keep the mousse.Types of Sparkling Wine Charmat MethodBrut: Up to 12 g/l of residual sugar, fresh and dry. Extra Dry: 12-17 g/l of residual sugar, soft and fruity. Dry: 17-32 g/l of residual sugar, balanced sweetness.Ideal Grape Varieties for the Charmat Method White Grape VarietiesGlera: The heart of Prosecco production. Moscato Bianco: Perfect for aromatic and sweet sparkling wines. Chardonnay: Adds elegance and structure.Black Grape VarietiesPinot Nero: Used for elegant, aromatic rosés.Food Pairings Brut Sparkling WinesStarters: Fish tartare, salmon carpaccio. First Courses: Pasta al limone, vegetable risotto.Extra Dry Sparkling WinesSeafood Dishes: Grilled prawns, fried squid. Fried Food: Vegetable tempura, mixed fried fish.Sweet Sparkling WinesDesserts: Fruit tarts, dry biscuits. Fruit: Strawberries, melon, peach.Why Choose Secondary Fermentation in Tank? The Charmat method is ideal for anyone looking for fresh, aromatic and hugely versatile sparkling wines. Perfect for aperitifs, toasts and light pairings, it expresses at its best the characteristics of the grape variety and the terroir.
Find out moreAgeing methods used for Rive di Farra di Soligo Col Credas
In stainless steel
Ageing in stainless steel is a winemaking practice aimed at preserving the freshness, aromatic integrity and varietal purity of the wine. It is used above all for white, rosé and young red wines, but also for light, easy-drinking reds that do not require maturation in wood. Stainless steel vessels are inert and impermeable to oxygen, so they do not interact with the wine: this makes it possible to bring out the fruity, floral and mineral component of the grape and of the terroir.
Find out moreTime on the lees for Rive di Farra di Soligo Col Credas
- Short (1–6 months)