About this wine
Roncaie sui Lieviti is a vibrant, unfiltered pét-nat crafted by Cantine Menti in Gambellara, Veneto. Made from 100% Garganega grown in volcanic soils, it follows the ancestral method, finishing fermentation in the bottle and remaining on its lees ('sui lieviti') without disgorgement. The result is a cloudy, textured sparkling wine with refreshing acidity, notes of citrus and green apple, and a distinct volcanic salinity.
A friendly introduction to natural sparkling wine — cloudy in appearance but easy to enjoy.
Sommelier's Note
"An essential bottle for natural wine drinkers — a raw, honest showcase of Gambellara's volcanic energy."
Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with fried seafood, tempura, fresh goat cheese, and light vegetable dishes.
When to drink it
Casual outdoor gatherings, summer aperitifs, and relaxed dinners with friends.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Garganega
- Style
- White, Sparkling
- Price Range
- ¥5,000-7,000 (reference estimate based on comparable Veneto pét-nat imports; exact Japan retail pricing not confirmed)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Garganega, ancestral method (metodo ancestrale), spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, bottled unfiltered with lees ('sur lie'), zero or minimal added sulfites.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Roncaie sui Lieviti taste like?
- It shows crisp green apple, citrus zest, and a saline, mineral edge, with a creamy, yeasty texture from lees contact.
- What food pairs well with it?
- Fried foods, tempura, and light seafood dishes work especially well with its bright acidity.
- How should it be served?
- Serve well-chilled around 6-8°C; gently invert the bottle before opening to redistribute the lees for a fuller texture.
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