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Asti Martini is a sparkling wine that has been assigned the highest category according to the wine classification in Italy. However, it is worth noting that this is rather a tribute to the contribution that producers made to the development of the country’s economy, so the production of the drink was taken under state control.

Asti Martini is one of the brands of the country located on the Apennine Peninsula. However, the formal reasons why wine is classified as the highest category do not detract from the merits of this aromatic and tasty alcoholic drink.

Asti Martini is a fairly popular wine that is often used at holidays and other celebrations. The variety of wines leads to the fact that buyers often focus not only on taste, but also on cost. In this regard, Asti also cannot be called a hard-to-find wine.

Champagne or sparkling wine?

Quite often this product is called champagne, but in fact this is not entirely true. And the point here is not only in the legislative restriction, according to the terms of which only drinks made in the region of the same name in France can be considered champagne, there are other differences:

• By grape variety– Muscat is not used to make French champagne, but it is ideal for light Asti, which has a characteristic, bright honey-floral aroma.
• According to manufacturing technology– unlike champagne (otherwise classical) technology, secondary fermentation (due to which bubbles arise) occurs in enameled or steel vats, and not in bottles. This technique is called in Italy Metodo Charmat-Martinotti - in honor of their inventors, or simply the Charm method. It is much simpler and more economical than the classical method, but due to a number of features it is unsuitable for making complex sparkling wine. Very often, in the process of making Martini Asti champagne, a slightly improved Charmat technology is used.
• By degree of sweetness– Asti is a sweet and sparkling wine, it is not for nothing that it is made from the Muscat variety. Champagne is valued for completely different characteristics of taste and aroma, generated by Pinot Noir and Chardonnay varieties, which are grown on the limestone soils of the Champagne region. Therefore, the latter is almost always dry or very dry sparkling wine.
• By cost– Martini Asti sparkling wine is a more economical pleasure than natural French champagne. But the popularity of the drink has significantly increased its cost, so this type of alcohol is often sold at higher prices. This is especially applicable to brands such as Asti Cinzano, Asti Martini and Asti Mondoro.

Where is Martini Asti made?

Martini Asti is produced in Piedmont. The Asti wine family has unsurpassed taste and aroma. To produce Asti Martini, it is made from white nutmeg, harvested at its optimum ripeness. This wine has been awarded the highest category of Italian wines. Asti Martini has been produced since 1863.

This sparkling wine is one of the most popular in the world. The straw color of the drink, harmoniously combined taste with orange and apple notes, with the addition of honey, rich aroma with notes of trees in bloom are the characteristic features of sparkling Asti Martini.

Taste qualities

Professional tasters claim that Asti champagne contains an incredibly wide range of flavors, including notes of peach, apple juice, sage leaves, lavender and bergamot, as well as “shades” of linden, mint and citrus chords.

Popular varieties of sparkling wine under the Martini Asti brand are also considered Martini Brut and Martini Rose. If the original “Martini Asti” contains only classic muscat grapes, then “Martini Brut” is made from an additional variety of “proseco” grapes and is drier than the standard. But Martini Rose is a pink sparkling wine with an even more pronounced fruit aroma.

One of the features of Martini Asti, which is still unusual for our compatriots, is the variety of bottle sizes in which this champagne is bottled. In this case, you can purchase not only the usual 0.7 liter bottles of sparkling wine, but also 0.5 liters, and even small bottles with a capacity of about 0.2 liters.

• Contrary to popular belief, serving chocolate with champagne is not the best choice.
• The maximum that can be done without risking drowning out the taste of the noble drink is to use white chocolate, since its taste is softer and more delicate than that of milk and dark varieties.
• In addition, it is not recommended to serve snacks with sparkling wine that contain garlic, onions or other seasonings with a pungent, pungent odor that can completely destroy the subtle aroma and taste of this drink.

However, even if you decide to serve sweet dishes, you should still refrain from oriental delicacies like nougat or halva.

Features of the drink

Of course, for the older generation, the price of this wine seems overpriced, especially in comparison with budget options for domestic sparkling wines. But for those who have tried and fallen in love with the light fruity-floral aroma of the drink, even the increased cost does not seem excessive. Moreover, compared to elite brands of French wines costing 2,000 euros per bottle, Martini champagne cannot be considered expensive.

Strictly speaking, no other wine can be considered champagne except those produced in the French province of Champagne. Therefore, Martini Asti belongs to the category of sparkling wines, just like our domestic wines in this category. However, this does not mean that all wines are made according to the same recipe, especially since Martini champagne has maintained its reputation for more than two centuries.

Despite the fact that the White Muscat grape (Moscato bianco) is one of the oldest in Italy, the history of Asti champagne is not so grandiose.

Since the 14th century, sweet wine made from white grapes has become highly prized in the eastern Mediterranean. Through Venice it came to Italy. In the republic, the drink was called “Greek wine”.

Giovan Battista Croce moved to Piedmont at the end of the 16th century. As jeweler to Duke Charles Emmanuel I of Savoy (Savoia Carlo Emanuele I), he tried his hand at winemaking and is rightfully considered the founder of this industry in the region. His experiments led to the creation of the sweet, aromatic, white wine Moscato d'Asti.

One of the winegrowers repeated Croce's experiment and in 1606 described it in a book on winemaking. Some of the techniques from this guide are still used today: thorough cleaning (removing pectin and mucilaginous substances), using cold to stop fermentation.

• Carlo Gancia in 1865 applied French technology for making champagne for the wines of his company in the city of Canelli.
• First, red drinks “leaked” through the experiment, then it came to white nutmeg.
• At that time, the resulting product was called “Moscato Champagne”. Now it is known as Asti sparkling wine.
• His success was amazing. Many companies began to produce everyone's favorite wine. Among the first was the famous Martini & Rossi distillery in Montechiaro d'Asti.

In the 20th century, Federico Martinotti improved and patented a method for producing sparkling wines. Then Alfredo Marone improved the pressure filtration system. This is how the ideal technology for producing Asti champagne was born. Large volumes of the drink were exported under the name Asti Spumante.

On December 17, 1932, the owners of large distilleries convened a Consortium to supervise the production of sparkling wine. In 1993, Asti wine received the DOCG category, which emphasizes its value and quality.

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Main characteristics

1. Manufacturer – Bacardi Martini, Italy, Piedmont.
2. Bottle volume - 200 ml, 375 ml, 750 ml and 1.5 liters.
3. Strength – 7.5–9.5 degrees.

Existing varieties

Currently, the Bacardi Martini company pleases champagne lovers with the following types of alcohol.

• Asti Martini is a white semi-sweet sparkling wine with a soft straw color. The taste notes the presence of sweet ripe apples, peaches, oranges, shaded with honey undertones with a long, pleasant aftertaste. The aroma traces of sun-soaked grapes.
• Martini Brut is a white sparkling brut wine with a golden-straw color. Champagne is distinguished by the special taste of elite grape varieties, velvety and soft, with a long, elegant aftertaste. Has a delicate grape aroma.

• Martini Prosecco is a dry white sparkling wine with a straw-golden color. It got its name from the Prosecco grape variety. The taste, rich in freshness and some dryness, will delight you with notes of grapefruit, peach and green apple. Spicy tones are clearly visible in the aftertaste. It has a pleasant fruity aroma, which includes ripe grapes and juicy fruits.
• Martini Rose is a pink sparkling semi-dry wine with a seductive pinkish hue. It has a light, rather tart taste due to the mixing of two grape varieties. The aroma of champagne Rose reveals notes of citrus, sunny peach, and bitter elderberry.
• Martini Royal Bianco is a cocktail of Martini Bianco and Prosecco. The bright golden color drink has a soft, elegant taste, in which fragrant field herbs can be traced, shaded with sweet vanilla and spices. Has a delicate floral aroma.
• Martini Royal Rosato is a mix of several types of sparkling wine. It has a rich pink color with an unsurpassed deep taste of spicy cloves, shaded with nutmeg and cinnamon. Has a long refreshing aftertaste. It has an alluring aroma of overripe raspberries with hints of lemon.

Popular brands

The Asti wine market features 15 major Piedmont distilleries. All of them produce a wide range of grape drinks with different names. Approximately every 8 out of 10 bottles of Asti champagne are made by these 15 companies. We present to your attention the top ten Italian leaders in the global sparkling wine industry:

• Martini & Rossi Asti - champagne from the company of the same name. The taste is sweet with aromas of apples, honey, citrus and peaches. The color is light straw.

• Mondoro Asti is an exquisite champagne that has won many international awards. The sweet taste is complemented by aromas of pineapple, peach, pear and floral honey notes. The color is straw-golden. Alcohol content 7.5%. amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;img class=”alignnone wp-image-23690 size-full” title=”Mondoro Asti is the most famous brand of the Italian alcohol industry” src=”http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/mondoro_cr.jpg” alt=”Mondoro Asti” width=”960″ height= "480" srcset="http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/mondoro_cr.jpg 960w, http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/mondoro_cr-150 ×75.jpg 150w, http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/mondoro_cr-768×384.jpg 768w, http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01 /mondoro_cr-660×330.jpg 660w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px"amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;
• Tosti Asti is the “sizzling” wine of the Tosti company, which has a centuries-old history. The taste is sweet, balanced with the aroma of pears and wisteria. The color is light straw with golden highlights. Alcohol content 7.5%.
• Cinzano Asti is a delicious champagne from the newly gaining popularity of the Cinzano company. The taste is delicate with light traces of honey and aromatic herbs, shaded by the scent of blooming acacia, sage, vanilla and melon. The color is pale golden. Alcohol content 7%.

• Gancia Spumante Asti is a champagne made from white Muscat grown in the city of Canelli. The taste is bright with notes of fruit, sage and honey. The color is golden straw. Alcohol content 7.5%.
• Fontanafredda Asti is an excellent champagne called Galarej from the Fontanafredda company. The taste is dense with a long strawberry aftertaste. Features notes of hawthorn, ripe fruit and rosemary. Straw-colored with a slightly green tint. Alcohol content 7%.
• Riccadonna Asti is a full-fledged sparkling drink with a fresh, slightly sweet taste. It has fruity-floral notes and a pale straw color. Alcohol content 7%. amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;img class=”alignnone wp-image-23697 size-full” title=”Riccadonna Asti – fine and aromatic sparkling wine” src=”http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/riccadonna-asti-copas_cr.jpg” alt=”Riccadonna Asti” width=” 960″ height=”480″ srcset=”http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/riccadonna-asti-copas_cr.jpg 960w, http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads /2017/01/riccadonna-asti-copas_cr-150×75.jpg 150w, http://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/riccadonna-asti-copas_cr-768×384.jpg 768w, http ://italy4.me/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/riccadonna-asti-copas_cr-660×330.jpg 660w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px"amp;amp;amp; amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;
• Zonin Asti is a sweet sparkling wine from the Zonin company, which has factories not only in Italy, but also in the United States. The taste is not cloyingly sweet with the typical aroma of white nutmeg. Straw color with sparkling golden tones. Alcohol content 7.5%.

• Santero Asti is the champagne of the Santero company, specializing in the production of not only sparkling, but also classic wines. The taste is fresh with the aroma of apples and spices. The color is straw yellow. Alcohol content 7.5%.
• Vallebelbo San Maurizio Asti is a sparkling wine that begins its life in vineyards near the town of Santo Stefano Belbo. It has a balanced sweet taste with a delicate aftertaste. The color is light golden. Alcohol content 7.5%.

It is worth noting that all of the listed brands produce Asti sparkling wine, which belongs to the DOCG category. Please note that Asti champagne and white wine Moscato d’Asti are different drinks . The latter is characterized by lower strength (4.5-5%) and sparkling. Therefore, bottles are sealed not with a special system typical for champagne, but with a regular cork.

How is wine made?

The technology for producing this wine was developed back in the 18th century by a winemaker named Giovanni Croce, who lived in the Piedmont region of Italy. Until then, the production of sparkling wine was based on a mandatory classical recipe, which included a standard fermentation process.

Giovanni changed this technology somewhat, coming up with a technology that allows the natural sweetness of the wine to be preserved, which at that time was a very unusual step for fans of sparkling wine.

The resulting drink as a result of such experiments not only had a light aroma of flowers, fruits and honey, but also retained the airiness of small bubbles of carbon dioxide, which created a completely new taste, and was instantly appreciated by noble families. By the 19th century, this wine was already known not only within Piedmont.

In addition, sparkling wine “Asti” today differs from classic champagne in that Muscat grape varieties are not suitable for French champagne production technology. But for a sunny sparkling wine from Piedmont it’s quite enough.

At the same time, the production technology that was once changed involves the secondary fermentation process not in bottles, as is done in the classic version, but in an enameled or steel tank.

Secondary fermentation process

It is the process of secondary fermentation that allows carbon dioxide bubbles to appear in the drink, and the method itself is named after its creators - Sharma-Martinotti, or simply Sharma. This technology has gone through several stages of improvement over time, and although this process makes sparkling wine easier and cheaper to produce (compared to classic French champagne), it does not produce complex sparkling wines like brut.

This is partly due to the grape variety from which Martini Asti is made. If classic French champagne mostly requires grape varieties such as Chardonnay or Pinot noir, which are acclimatized to the limestone soils and cool climate of the French province, then Asti champagne retains the aroma of Muscat varieties that ripen easily in the hot sun of Italy.

• For this reason, French wines of the highest category are almost always classified as dry or ultra-dry, since grapes can accumulate sugar content only in a warm climate.
• The increase in the cost of Martini Asti is largely explained by its popularity, because, as already mentioned, the production technology is quite economical in comparison with classic bottle technology.
• There are especially large numbers of followers for Asti wine varieties such as Cinzano, Martini or Mondoro. All of them belong to sparkling wines, differing only in shades of taste.

If in other types of champagne wines it is possible to mix several varieties of grapes, then for the production of Asti only the Muscadello dellicatissimo, or “white Muscat” variety is suitable, which since the times of the Roman centurions was considered one of the most aromatic and suitable for making wine. It is this grape variety that sparkling wine “Asti” owes its natural sweetness and fruity-floral aroma.

It is possible to grow such a vine and obtain a high-quality harvest only if the specific composition of the soil and certain climate conditions inherent in Piedmont are observed.

In addition, the location of the vineyards at a level of 200 to 400 meters above sea level also influences the quality of the raw materials obtained, which means that the result is a wine that is unique in its taste.

It is enough to mention that from grapes from the vineyards of Piedmont, the ones used in wine production, juice is obtained containing 80 grams of sugar per liter of product. Under such conditions, it is not necessary to add sugar to obtain a wine of twelve degrees strength.
However, the production of Asti champagne provides for the completion of fermentation already at the stage of 7% alcohol content in the source material.

1. Experts say that if fermentation is increased to 12% alcohol, the result will be a completely different, bitter taste that can spoil the final taste of the popular sparkling wine.
2. After all, one of the advantages of Asti is its recognizable fruity bouquet, and the entire production process is aimed at emphasizing and preserving it.
3. As a result, the production of such sparkling wine is characterized by the use of only one stage of fermentation, and to prevent the second stage of fermentation from starting, a special variety of yeast is used.

When the desired level of alcohol is reached, the wine is cooled, and subsequently goes through several more stages in this way, including the stage of secondary microfiltration under sterile conditions, and also bottling. At the same time, sugar is not added to the product at any stage of production.

Production cycle

The production technology of Asti champagne is almost the same in all companies producing DOCG drinks. The production of such products is strictly regulated. Martini Asti is an excellent example of the highest quality. Today, the process of obtaining it is the result of the traditions of Piedmontese winemaking and the latest research in this area. We will look at the journey of sparkling wine from vine to glass.

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Champagne Asti is born from the White Muscat grape variety.

The characteristics of the vine are enhanced depending on climatic factors and soil properties.

The production area is located mainly in the province of Asti and partly in Cuneo and Alessandria. The density of vineyards must be at least 4000 vines/ha, the yield of grapes must be more than 10t/ha.

Valuable aromatic substances accumulate in the last weeks before harvest and reach their maximum level in the first days of September. During this period, the grapes begin to be harvested. All operations are carried out manually to preserve the integrity of the berries and transfer their aroma to the drink intact.

Preparation of wort

After collection, white muscat is immediately sent to the pressing workshop, where it is turned into wort in large tanks. After filtering from unnecessary impurities, the raw materials are pressed using a soft method called “soffice”. The wort obtained in this way is cooled to low temperatures (just above zero) to avoid the onset of unwanted fermentation.

The next stage in the life cycle of Asti champagne is fermentation.

• The cooled wort is brought to a temperature of approximately 20 degrees and yeast is added.
• When the alcohol content reaches 5.5%, the drink enters the stage of fermentation or secondary fermentation.
• The future sparkling wine ferments in autoclaves - closed vessels under pressure.
• In them, carbon dioxide (a byproduct of the process) is captured and dissolved in the wine.
• This is the source of the bubbles in the drink.

This method is called the Martinotti method after its creator. Although outside of Italy it is called the “Asti method”.

Bottling

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Fermentation of Asti champagne is stopped by cooling when the alcohol content is 7-9% and residual sugar is 3-5%. After filtering from yeast, it is bottled under conditions of absolute microbiological sterility. Martini Asti DOCG, obtained using the above technology, retains all the features of the aroma of the White Muscat grape, imbuing it with the rich taste and brightness of sweet sparkling wine.

Differences from French champagne

Like most people, in our article we call Asti sparkling wine champagne, although in fact this is not entirely true. The word “champagne” can only refer to wine from the French region of Champagne. What is the difference between these sparkling drinks:

1. Grape sort. Chardonnay or pinot noir grapes are used for champagne, and white Muscat for Asti wine.
2. Manufacturing method. Both types belong to drinks produced using secondary fermentation technology. However, champagne is re-fermented directly in bottles, and Asti sparkling wine is fermented in closed autoclaves.
3. Taste. Asti belongs to the category of sweet wines, while champagne has high acidity and is more similar to dry drinks.
4. Price. Compared to the original champagne, Asti is a fairly affordable option for a festive alcoholic drink. Although the enormous popularity of Asti is reflected in the fact that its price is higher than that of sparkling wines from other countries.

They say that sparkling wine is not champagne, but champagne is sparkling wine. The choice of the most suitable drink for you is entirely in your hands.

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When you arrive in Italy, be sure to buy yourself an Asti Martini to celebrate your long-awaited vacation - for example, the price in a regular Roman supermarket does not exceed 6 euros for 750 ml.

Domestic consumers can buy sparkling wine from the Martini brand at a price of 1,200 to 1,600 rubles per 750 ml.

Now we have told you everything there is to know about the Italian sparkling wine Asti. Live dynamically, love wisely, travel independently and remember: “Happiness is not in bubbles, but in their quantity!”

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The line of sparkling wines of the Martini brand includes several representatives: "Martini Asti"- is a sweet white sparkling wine made from Muscat grapes;- is a dry white sparkling wine made from Prosecco grapes;"Martini Rose"is a romantic pink sparkling drink with a pronounced floral and fruity aroma.

What to drink with and how to use

Asti Martini is often consumed very young, since after 2 years the wine quickly loses its freshness. Its floral notes become heavier and the typical fruity aroma characteristic of this champagne almost disappears.

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1. Although Asti belongs to the category of sweet drinks, it has sufficient acidity.
2. It is often paired with salads, spicy Asian dishes, baked goods, desserts, sweet fruits and nuts.
3. Champagne is served chilled to 6-8 degrees.

You will be surprised, but sparkling wine can be consumed not only on its own. Many world-famous chefs use it to prepare delicious dishes. It is used to stew meat, cook fruits, and dress salads. There are even recipes for risotto with champagne.

Since 1993, when the region of Asti received the highest DOCG status, the inscription “spumante”, which means “sparkling”, has disappeared on bottles of the wine of the same name. If the word “d’Asti” is written on the label, you are holding in your hands a different drink, but produced in the same geographical region.
It's best to buy sparkling wine in a specialized alcohol store- this way you will protect yourself as much as possible from the possibility of buying a fake, and even if something happens, you will be able to get advice from the seller.

What do you drink Martini Asti with?

Traditionally, toasts are the best accompaniment; fruits, ice cream, chocolate, sweet desserts, different types of cheeses, seafood and pizza will also go well. The wine is served chilled to a temperature of 8-10 degrees.

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What dishes go well with sparkling wine?

The drink has a short shelf life - only 2 years, so it is preferable to drink it immediately after purchase. Over time, the aroma and taste become heavier, and the seductive floral notes disappear altogether.

Despite its natural sweetness, sparkling wine goes well with salads, dishes with a lot of spices, baked goods, but not too cloying, savory desserts, traditional fruits, and nuts. Famous chefs use Asti Martini wines to prepare meat and fish dishes.

We will tell you the recipe for an amazing fish dish.

To prepare this unusual dish for 6-8 people you will need:

• 1.2 kg trout fillet;
• 120 g olive oil;
• 2 pcs. carrots;
• 4 things. shallots;
• 1 medium onion;
• 8 cloves of garlic;
• 2 sprigs of sage;
• 3 bay leaves;
• 150 g wine vinegar;
• 350 g Asti Martini;
• 70 g raisins;
• 100 g roasted pine nuts;
• Salt, pepper and chopped herbs to taste.

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Season the trout fillet with salt, pepper and fresh herbs. Roll into rolls and wrap them in baking paper, pressing well. Steam the fish for 20 minutes and then, once cooled, put it in the refrigerator for several hours.

1. Meanwhile, start the marinade: lightly fry chopped shallots, carrots, onions, garlic, sage and a whole bay leaf in oil.
2. Reducing the heat to low, pour the vinegar over them, followed by the Asti Martini.
3. Add raisins and pine nuts.

4. Remove the trout from the paper and cut into small pieces.
5. Place them in a suitable container, cover with marinade and refrigerate for at least a day.

Remove the dish in advance before serving so that it reaches room temperature. And although this recipe is not too cheap, its unusualness and amazing taste will become the highlight of your holiday table.

Unfortunately, there are a large number of unscrupulous manufacturers on the market who steal original names and put them on fake labels. To protect yourself from troubles and possible negative health consequences, you need to figure out how to distinguish a fake from an original.

• Pay attention to the price category. Italian sparkling wine cannot be cheap.
• Labels on a bottle of champagne and its packaging must be neat, even, without glue smudges or other defects. The manufacturer is attentive to product design, so there can be no violations of the original.
• Compare the indicated volume of the bottle with the excise stamp. It must match. Of course, in the absence of a tax stamp, it is better to refrain from purchasing wine.
• The label itself must bear the abbreviation D.O.C.G, guaranteeing the quality of alcoholic products.
• The sealed plug is made entirely of wood material and not plastic. It should have the inscriptions Martini and Asti on it.
• The bottom of the bottle of sparkling wine of this brand is recessed. If it is flat, then it is an obvious fake.

Buy champagne only in specialized stores, and not in stalls or, especially, from hand.

What can it be confused with?

If the label says “something d’Asti”, then you have a different wine in your hands, but from the same geographical region. For example, an equally famous wine – Moscato d’Asti – is a “slightly sparkling” (frizzante) white (semi-) sweet wine, also from the Muscat variety. Barbera d’Asti is a quiet dry red wine from the Barbera variety. Dolcetto d’Asti is a quiet dry red wine from the Dolcetto variety.

Moscato d'Asti

Moscato d'Asti(Moscato d’Asti) is a semi-sweet, slightly sparkling (frisante) low-alcohol wine from Piedmont. As the name suggests, this is a wine made from the white Muscat variety.

White Muscat has been grown in Piedmont for centuries. This is a very popular variety throughout the Mediterranean, also known by its French name muscat blanc à petits grains.

It produces both dry and sweet wines, the aroma of which is usually described as fresh, grapey and floral. “Serious” wines are not made from it, but it is quite successfully used to produce light, understandable, and sometimes quite bright wines, among which Moscato d’Asti occupies one of the first places.

Moscato d'Asti is often confused with Asti spumante. But there are a number of differences between them. Moscato d'Asti is sweeter, less sparkling and less alcoholic (4-6%) than Asti spumante (up to 9% alc.). The most significant difference is the degree of effervescence: Moscato d’Asti is a frizzante style (pressure in the bottle is 1 atm.), and sparkling Asti is spumante (4 atm.)

Barbera d'Asti

Barbera d'Asti is one of the most famous wines of the Piedmont region in northwestern Italy. In 2008 it received DOCG status.

• This is a still (not sparkling) dry red wine from the Barbera variety, which makes up the bulk of the plantings in Piedmont.
• According to the region's rules, this variety must make up at least 85% of a wine labeled Barbera d'Asti, and its ABV must be at least 11.5%.
• The production of this wine is centered around the city of Asti.

Barbera is softer and more “accessible” (in perception) at a young age than nebbiolo, from which famous Piedmont wines are made (see Barolo), for which it is loved by a huge number of consumers.
However, it is capable of aging for up to 8 years.

Wine categories Barbera d'Asti superiore aged for at least a year, of which at least six months - in a barrel. The remaining wines must go on sale no earlier than March 1 of the year following the harvest.

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Classic Martini Asti

An absolute classic from the world of sparkling wines from Italy, Martini Asti has a delicate color. The relatively inexpensive drink can be placed on almost any table - everyone will like it.

A simple but very pleasant sweet taste with notes of fruit and honey will be a worthy alternative to French, albeit more traditional, wine.

Serve Martini Asti champagnetogether with cheese, desserts or fruit, and you can arrange a wonderful, unforgettable evening for yourself and your loved ones. You can enjoy it both alone and in company.

This variety of wine is also actively used in a variety of cocktails, which are generally considered feminine, but many of them will appeal not only to the fair sex.

And how nice it is that today everyone can buy it for themselves.

Who will like it

Due to its accessibility, Martini Asti will be appropriate to serve at almost any table:

• At a wedding, sweet sparkling wine will successfully replace Russian champagne;
• New Year's celebrations will be much more enjoyable if Martini Asti is poured into glasses;
• Any home celebration;
• Romantic date.

Martini Asti will also be a good gift for a woman on March 8, Valentine's Day, or her birthday.

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What is it served with?

Against the background of these sugary desserts, even sweet champagne will seem sour, and you will not be able to appreciate the richness of the taste of this wine. What then is best to serve with sweet sparkling wine?

Since this drink has fruity notes, it goes well with any other desserts that do not have a cloying taste: biscuit, ice cream (without fillers), berries, fruits, jelly, etc. Fruit salads with mango or melon, seasoned with whipped cream foam, are considered a good option.

For those who do not like sweets, sliced ​​cheese is quite suitable. Just don’t choose sharp cheeses; it’s better to limit yourself to Dorblu in combination with grapes or Gruyère, emmenthal, and also sheep’s cheese.

By the way, smoked fish or thinly sliced ​​ham is considered a quite suitable appetizer for pink champagne. Of course, it is advisable to give preference to cold smoked products with a delicate taste, which will only highlight the aroma of the wine. In addition, various fruit juices go well with champagne, but it is better if they are freshly squeezed and not from a bag. In this case, by adding peach or orange juice to champagne, you do not risk spoiling your drink.

Cocktails

At the same time, there are many recipes for cocktails using Martini Asti.

1. Thus, the well-known Mimosa cocktail consists of 45 ml of freshly squeezed orange juice, orange zest, 15 ml of Curasao liqueur and Martini Asti champagne, which should fill the remaining space of the glass. To cool the drink, you can add a couple of ice cubes.
2. However, cocktails with champagne are not only a female version of the drink. For those who value stronger formulations, “Sea Hand” is most likely suitable. This cocktail includes equal parts of cognac, whiskey, blackberry liqueur - 20 ml each, after which this mixture is diluted with champagne with the addition of lemon and crushed ice.
3. If you have a shaker, you can prepare a fragrant cocktail under the romantic name “Mirabelle”. To prepare it, pour 20 ml of orange liqueur, the same juice, gin and vermouth (for example Rosso) into a shaker. All these ingredients are mixed well, then filtered and poured into a glass. Lastly, add Martini Asti champagne and some ice.

However, you should not get carried away with such drinks, since even the most delicious cocktails cannot replace the pleasure of pleasant communication. And multi-component compositions not only cause a feeling of rapid intoxication, but can also harm the body much more than any pure wine.

After the region of Asti earned DOCG status in 1993, the labels with this drink no longer write “Spumante”, which means “Sparkling”. And, having found the designation “d’Asti” on the bottle, you can be sure that although this product was produced in the same region, it is not related to the famous sparkling wine.

Therefore, the best option would be to purchase such drinks in special stores that specialize in the sale of alcohol. In addition, they can provide a product certificate and quality advice on any issue.

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Other recipes

Half of the summer has passed. Don’t be sad, spend the remaining time interesting and eventful, traveling and enjoying new sensations. And easy-to-prepare cocktails with Martini Asti will always help create the right summer atmosphere.

Cocktail “Watermelon freshness”

• Peeled, diced watermelon

Place the watermelon cubes in a cocktail glass and top with chilled Martini Asti.

Cocktail “Delicate lemon”

• 100 ml chilled Martini Asti
• A few slices of lemon

Cut the lemon into circles, place them in a cocktail glass, and fill with chilled sparkling wine.

• 100 ml chilled Martini Asti
• Several fresh raspberries

Place the berries in a serving bowl and pour over the chilled Martini Asti.

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Martini Asti

The wine is made from white Muscat grapes, with natural flavors of apples, flowers, apples, honey and oranges. Martini Asti simply captivated aristocrats and kings with its playful little bubbles. But now any connoisseur of alcoholic beverages can enjoy this exquisite aroma and taste. The unique Asti Martini wine is produced by the Bacardi company. This drink is perfect for any holiday table, and it can also add charm to your life. This alcoholic drink, which has a special taste and sweetish aroma, goes well with mild cheeses, desserts, and of course, fruits.

Calorie content: 80 kcal.
Having bought yourself a bottle of Asti Martini wine on the label you will see direct confirmation of the wide recognition of its quality. After all, it depicts the royal coats of arms of Spain, Portugal and Italy, which suggests that this alcoholic drink was supplied to the court of these European monarchs, and like kings they have excellent taste. And now you have the opportunity to approve this royal choice by tasting this excellent sparkling sweet wine. To fully enjoy this drink, you need to cool the wine to 6-8°C.
The Bacardi-Martini company itself, which produces Asti Martini, occupies 35% of the Asti sparkling wine market, is simply the undisputed leader in the quality and quantity of wine produced, and actively supports the activities of the consortium.

Asti Martini: production technology

The production technology of Asti Martini was invented by Giovanni Batista Croce back in the 17th century. His proposal was the following: do not subject sweet sparkling wine to prolonged fermentation, because in this case a certain amount of sugar is retained in the must. And this method really gave the result that Asti wines taste sweet and aromatic. As for the color, it is straw yellow, the taste is very complex and harmonious, with hints of oranges, flowers, honey and apples.

Since the production of the first bottle in 1863, the wine has not lost its popularity for a minute. As for the peculiarity of the production of Asti sparkling wine, it lies in the modified technology. Indeed, in the production of most Italian sparkling wines, secondary fermentation of the wine is used in large steel vats. But in the process of producing the sparkling drink Asti Martini, secondary fermentation is not used at all. Initially, the first fermentation takes place in sealed containers, collecting bubbles in the wine. The yeast is filtered until it has completely finished its work, due to this a fair amount of sugar is retained in the wine, but its strength does not rise above 7-9%. Such technological changes have made it possible to better reveal the potential of the Muscat grape variety in this drink, while preserving its primary aroma.

It should be noted that sweet sparkling wine Asti is not inferior in quality to famous brands; many people know its name and this ensures such demand for this drink. After all, on the way to visit a store, we often choose what everyone knows.

But let's find out Asti Martini - champagne or sparkling wine? After all, quite often it is called champagne, although in reality this is not entirely true. The reason for this is not only the legislative restriction that drinks are considered champagne only if they are produced in the region of the same name in France, but there are other differences:

It is recommended to purchase such a drink in a specialized alcohol store, in which case you protect yourself as much as possible from the possibility of purchasing a counterfeit, and in such a store you will definitely be offered advice from the seller, it is possible to get answers to all your questions.

But you can choose what to drink this drink with, depending on your taste preferences. This could be toast, fruit, chocolate, ice cream, various types of cheese, sweet desserts, this list even includes pizza and seafood.

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Champagne and sparkling wines from Asti

Asti is a white sparkling wine, originating from Italy with a high content of natural sugar, not a drop of added sugar there. The same name denotes the wine-growing region, or as it is now commonly called, terroir. The Asti terroir is located in southern Piedmont, the area around the small towns of Asti and Alba is entirely planted with grape plantations.

The climate in this area is velvety: a lot of sunshine and warmth, a long summer period and a warm, dry autumn allow the grapes to accumulate a lot of sugar and aromatic substances. Muscat grape varieties do especially well in this area. From one of these varieties, in the second half of the 19th century, they learned to make light sparkling wine, which is more often called champagne by analogy with sparkling wines from the French province of Champagne.

Champagne Asti belongs to the highest category in the classification of Italian wines, guaranteeing the authenticity of the grapes taken for the preparation of wine, according to the place of growth, as well as the method of preparing the wine. To obtain high-quality wine, the yield in the vineyard is strictly limited to no more than 10 t/ha with manual harvesting of the bunches. They try to make the spin as soft as possible.

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Martini is a famous brand of Italian vermouth, which is named after the Martini & Rossi distillery located in Turin.

The beginning of the Martini brand was laid back in 1847, when a factory was opened in Turin where the Distilleria Nazionale da Spirito di Vino was bottled.

Through experimentation, Alessandro Martinio and Luigi Rossi created an interesting vermouth based on wine and a variety of herbs and spices. This vermouth was named after Alesandro Martinio - “Martini”.

Already in 1863, a successful tasting of a new aristocratic alcohol, Martini Rosso, took place in Turin.

In 1879, Rossi and Alessandro took over as general directors of the company, renaming it the new brand Martini & Rossi.

In 1992, Martini & Rossi merged with the Bacardi dynasty, thus creating the well-known BACARDI-MARTINI brand.

To produce different types of Martini, a different wine base is used, which is infused with more than 30 plant components. Among the most obvious ingredients are: mint, yarrow, iris, juniper, chamomile and, of course, wormwood.

In total they produce several types of "Martini":

MARTINI ROSSO - the original Martini according to the recipe of Luigi Rossi himself. This red Martini was created back in 1863 using carefully selected local herbs and natural caramel. The strength of this vermouth is 16%. , with ice, lemon juice or just a slice of lemon or orange. This type of martini is used to prepare various cocktails; one of the most popular cocktails with MARTINI ROSSO is the popular alcoholic cocktail “Manhattan”

MARTINI ROSATO is a vermouth created on a base of red and white wine. This is a spicy vermouth with interesting deep notes of clove, nutmeg and cinnamon. This type of Martini has been produced since 1980. Strength – 15%. You can read about how to drink this type of Martini correctly in our

MARTINI GRAN LUSSO – 16% vermouth, golden brown color. The taste of GRAN LUSSO is inimitably bittersweet, rich with notes of lavender, rose and other herbs. MARTINI GRAN LUSSO is drunk either neat with ice and a slice of grapefruit, or included in various cocktails (El Presidente, Rob Roy).

MARTINI EXTRA DRY – dry vermouth, 18% strength. This vermouth contains rare extracts of wood species, herbs, raspberries and citrus fruits. Martini Extra Dry has a rich aroma, in which raspberries and lemon are clearly audible, as well as a slight hint of iris. It was first introduced on January 1, 1900. Served with ice and a slice of lemon. In addition, Martini Extra Dry is a common ingredient in various cocktails; for example, it formed the basis of the legendary Dry Martini cocktail.

MARTINI PROSECCO – sparkling dry white wine, light straw color. This drink is made in the Prosecco region from Glera grapes, which combines the aromas of fruit and cumin. MARTINI PROSECCO is an ideal aperitif; in addition, Prosecgo goes well with spicy dishes, fish, white meat, as well as sushi. To insure yourself against counterfeiting, you should familiarize yourself with the distinctive features of the real thing.

MARTINI BRUT is a sparkling white dry wine produced in the Italian region of Piedmont from Glera grapes (50%), Pinot Bianco (30%), as well as other types. The taste of the wine is soft and velvety, with a pleasant lasting aftertaste. The wine is an aperitif and goes well with savory desserts, caviar or fruit. Strength – 11.5%.

MARTINI ASTI – sparkling white sweet wine with an alcohol content of 7.5%. MARTINI ASTI is created from white Muscat grown in the hills of Piedmont. The wine has a sweetish flavor of peach and elderberry, which is obtained due to light fermentation. Asti goes well with sweet desserts, cheese or fruit. This type of sparkling wine is quite popular, which is why it is often falsified. On our website you can familiarize yourself with the key ones, thereby protecting yourself from scammers.

MARTINI ASTI ICE is a new version of the famous sparkling wine “Martini Asti”, which was released in 2019 for the summer season. This new product is designed to be served with plenty of ice. As conceived by the creators of Asti Ice, this drink allows connoisseurs of sparkling wine to enjoy a wonderful drink not only on New Year or Christmas, but also on summer days with friends and family. The wine is made from white Muscat and has an alcohol strength of 8%. The color of the drink is light straw, the aroma is fresh with hints of pear, grape, peach, melon and pineapple. The taste is sweet, with light tones of peach, apple, orange, honey and muscat grapes. Pairs perfectly with cheeses, fruits or desserts.

MARTINI Rose is a sparkling semi-dry rose wine with the aroma of roses, raspberries and wild strawberries. Produced since 2009. Strength – 16%. This wine is perfect as a drink for summer outdoor recreation. Martini Rose goes well with fish or cheese, and it is also drunk with various berries (strawberries, gooseberries, raspberries). Serving temperature for MARTINI Rose is 6-8 degrees.

MARTINI D'Oro (Doro) - white wine-based vermouth, 9% strength. Produced since 1998. The taste and aroma include notes of honey, nutmeg, coriander, vanilla and citrus. The release of this vermouth is aimed at residents of Switzerland, Denmark and Germany.

MARTINI Gold is a vermouth with a bright golden color and a strength of 18%. This unusual vermouth has a fragrant aroma of exotic herbs and spices, notes of bergamot, ginger, myrrh, saffron, cubeb pepper, as well as notes of Sicilian lemon and orange are felt in the taste.

MARTINI Fiero is a red vermouth with a strength of 9%, which was created in 1998 and is aimed at the preferences of Benelux residents. This type of vermouth has a rich aroma, with notes of Mediterranean citrus fruits, among which blood orange stands out clearly. MARTINI Fiero serving temperature is 11 degrees. This type of vermouth can be consumed in its pure form, combined with fruit, or as part of a variety of cocktails.

MARTINI Bitter is a ruby ​​vermouth belonging to the category. MARTINI Bitter can be classified as a vermouth only because of its preparation technology, because it uses alcohol rather than wine as a base. As for taste and aroma, MARTINI Bitter has a rich aroma, with a slight hint of bitterness and sweetness, which are obtained thanks to several dozen herbs that make up this drink. In its pure form, MARTINI Bitter is most often drunk with ice; in addition, it is often mixed with juice or tonic to create interesting cocktails.

The traditional glass for Martini vermouth is a cocktail glass, which, emphasizing the popularity of the Martini brand, is often called “Martinka”. If you are planning to drink sparkling wines of this brand, then glasses designed for champagne are perfect for this.

Martini is one of the most famous drinks not only in Russia, but throughout the world. In essence, martini is a high-quality and not the cheapest vermouth. This drink has gained particular popularity among women.

Instructions

Vermouth is a wine that is diluted with alcohol and sugar. Extracts of various plants are added to it; wormwood is a mandatory component. The composition of the martini is kept secret, but it is known that all the additives in it are of plant, natural origin. It is interesting that the basis of all types of martinis is white wine, so red and pink drinks contain coloring substances. There are, of course, no dyes in a regular white martini.

Vermouth is produced quite simply. The basis is white wine aged for a short time, then plant extracts in the form of tinctures or distillates, sugar and alcohol are added to it. The mixture can be kept for some time, after which it is filtered, bottled and sold.

The first vermouth produced by the Martini distillery. It was produced back in 1863. This drink has a bitter taste and rich aroma. Martini Rosso is perfectly balanced, the wine and herbs complement each other. Using caramel coloring, this type of martini is given an intense dark amber color. Martini Rosso can be consumed in its pure form or as part of a variety of cocktails. It is believed that the taste of this drink is ideally revealed in combination with citrus fruits.

Martini Bianco is a light, slightly yellowish color drink, it has a very pleasant aroma, in which vanilla is felt. The taste of this martini is much smoother than the Rosso. Martini Bianco began to be produced in 1910. This type of drink is considered feminine due to its delicate taste. White Martini is most often consumed in its pure form, sometimes supplemented with lemonade, tonic or soda. Without a doubt, Martini Bianco is currently the most popular Martini vermouth.

Martini Rosato differs from other types of this drink in that not only white, but also red wine is used in its production. It began to be produced only in 1980. Martini Rosato is a soft pink drink with hints of cinnamon and cloves. It, like white Martini, is drunk neat, but due to its subtle characteristic taste it is often used in complex cocktails.

Before serving, the martini should be thoroughly cooled to about ten to twelve degrees. In their pure form, these drinks are served in heavy square whiskey glasses with ice cubes and thin slices of lemon.

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Martini is a world-famous brand of Italian vermouth, sparkling wines, and a variety of alcoholic aperitifs. From its very origins to this day, this drink has been considered a unique symbol of luxury, unsurpassed style, and the shimmering world of wealth and presentability. The production and sale of the brand's products is carried out by the large distillery Martini & Rossi, which is located in the north of Italy in the city (Torino).

It all started when, in 1847, a quartet consisting of ambitious and enterprising businessmen decided to found their own company, which would specialize in the production and sale of sparkling wines, liqueurs and other alcoholic beverages. The company receives the sonorous name “Distilleria Nazionate da Spirito di Vino”, and it quickly manages to gain a foothold in the Italian market.

Things began to go so well at the winery that by 1849 its products were filling the stores of France, and then other European countries.
The 1860s marked a period of dramatic change and change for the company. So, in 1860, one of the founders of the brand passed away, and this event activated the process of partial reorganization of production.

Three years later, in 1863, new faces entered the wine business:

• Young and energetic entrepreneur, Alessandro Martini;
• Teofilo Sola, who worked for Distilleria Nazionate da Spirito di Vino for several years as an accountant;
• The company's leading expert in the field of winemaking, Luigi Rossi.

With their coming to power, the company acquires a new name - “Martini, Sola e Cia”. In addition, it was at this time that legendary labels first appeared on bottles of produced vermouth, strongly reminiscent of those that can be seen on a bottle of Martini today.

Vermouth usually means a certain type of flavored wine, which is made not only from ripe grapes, but also from special herbs and spices. And, it should be noted that this type of alcoholic beverages existed in the company’s assortment until 1863.

However, thanks to a series of bold and somewhat extravagant experiments carried out by Luigi Rossi, it was possible to find that very unique recipe formula, which to this day is kept in the strictest confidence. It was the scheme for preparing spicy vermouth developed by the talented Italian that allowed the company to reach a new level, gain popularity and fame not only in Italy, but throughout the world.

In 1864, the first export of the legendary vermouth in the company's history took place. Thus, boxes of alcoholic beverages were sent from (Genova) to the USA. Thus, it is the 1860s that is considered to be the time when the brand began to gain worldwide fame.

In 1865, an international exhibition of alcoholic beverages was held in Dublin, as a result of which Martini was awarded the first class medal for Quality. This was followed by a series of equally prestigious exhibitions and presentations in France, Great Britain, Australia and other countries.

In 1878, the export of goods to Russia began. Among the imported goods was not only the legendary Martini vermouth, but also some sparkling wines.

In 1879, after a long illness, the company's chief accountant, Teofilo Sola, passed away, and Luigi Rossi bought his share in production. Another rebranding takes place, and the company receives a new name “MARTINI & ROSSI”.

In 1893, the brand's products finally acquired their legendary, well-recognized label. This happened as follows: the current king of Italy at that time, Umberto I, issued a decree allowing the use of the country’s coat of arms when developing a branded product logo.

From the end of the nineteenth century until the 1990s, the company developed rather statically. The brand had a specific, established customer base, as well as the image of a manufacturer of exclusively high-quality goods. In addition, there was no other alcoholic company on the market of that period that would be able to compete with MARTINI & ROSSI.

However, this situation begins to change somewhat at the end of the twentieth century and in order to strengthen its position on the world stage, the brand’s management decides to merge the enterprise with another large winery - BACARDI. Thus, in 1992, a new label was formed - “BACARDI-MARTINI”.

Types of legendary vermouth

Currently, the Italian BACARDI-MARTINI wineries produce a whole range of different varieties of the legendary Martini vermouth.

Asti

It is nutmeg that gives the drink that unique tart floral-honey aroma and golden hue. Most people mistakenly assume that Asti is the same as champagne. Of course, these sparkling wines do have a number of common features, but their production technologies differ significantly from each other. Thus, the Asti preparation technology involves a double fermentation process, which must take place in special hermetically sealed steel vats. It is thanks to this that those very gas bubbles form in the drink.

It is noteworthy that the technology for creating Asti wines has been significantly improved by specialists of the Martini brand, and from now on this drink does not undergo double fermentation. Thanks to some secret recipe formula, the formation of gas bubbles can be achieved during the first period of fermentation in sealed containers.

Today production is concentrated in Piemonte in the wine-producing province of Asti ( Asti). In total, the brand owns approximately a third of the global Asti wine market.

In order to experience the full palette of Martini Asti flavors, the drink should be cooled to a temperature of approximately 8-10 degrees Celsius. It should be served in either a wide bowl-shaped champagne glass or a narrow flute-shaped glass.

Rosso

Martini “Rosso” is the very vermouth with which it all began, it has been produced since the distant 1862, and its name is translated into Russian as “red”. The drink has a richly sweet, tart taste, which is accompanied by some notes of bitterness. A distinctive feature of this type of vermouth is its sharp aroma with hints of tea.

Extra Dry

At the beginning of the 20th century, the “Extra Dry” drink appeared. It has a noticeable straw hue, as well as a persistent rich aroma, in which you can catch notes of raspberry berries, citrus and iris. It is noteworthy that the proportion of sugar in this vermouth is negligible, while the percentage of alcohol is higher than normal.

Bianco

The production of Martini "Bianco" was launched in the 1910s. It has a distinctive light straw color and a light and mild vanilla spice aroma. The taste is characterized by sweet notes without any bitterness. Typically served with ice cubes and lemon slices.

Rosato

In the 80s of the last century, the Rosato line of vermouths was released. This drink is characterized by a rich, intense aroma of cinnamon and cloves, and has a beautiful noble pink hue. In addition, it is the only one in the BACARDI-MARTINI production, which is made through the proper mixing of red and white wines.

Gold

Martini “Gold” is a unique alcoholic drink, the exclusive packaging of which was developed in collaboration with designers of the world famous brand “Dolce&Gabbana”. The basis of vermouth is dry white wine, which is diluted with a variety of spices, herbs and herbs.

1. In 1997, for the first time in the history of the company, the original Martini bottle changed its shape to a more elegant and modern one. The logo design has also undergone some minor changes.
2. To create its legendary vermouths, BACARDI-MARTINI uses over 100 varieties of herbs and spices.
3. Almost all vermouths produced by the winery have a sugar content of 16.
4. In 1977, the Porsche automobile company released a limited line of cars called the Martini Edition.
5. The Martini drink even appears in “The Hussar Ballad” by Eldar Ryazanov. At the 73rd minute of the film, you can see a bottle with the famous label standing on the mantelpiece.

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The word “Martini” has long become a common name and is perceived as a separate type of alcohol, despite the fact that it is a brand of vermouth. The brand was founded in 1847 in Turin. Over the course of a century and a half, the company repeatedly changed its name and managers, and new types of Martinis were developed. Today the company's products are represented by several types of vermouths and wines.

Vermouths

Martini Rosso (Martini Rosso)

The drink is prepared according to the classic Martini recipe, invented by the young winemaker Rosso in 1863, when he began working in the company. The name of vermouth was made up of two surnames - the manager Alessandro Martini, who brought the company to market leaders, and the creator of the recipe himself. Just two years after its presentation, vermouth received its first award in Dublin. By the end of the 20th century, it collected several dozen awards at various competitions and tastings and several coats of arms of the royal courts to which it was supplied.

Martini Bianco (Martini Bianco)

The most popular type of Martini in the world. Its recipe was developed in 1910 after the death of the company's founders. The drink is made by processing white wines in combination with spices and vanilla, which eliminates bitterness. Since the taste of the drink is softer than the classic Martini, ladies really like it.

Martini Rosato (Martini Rosato)

This type of Martini appeared in 1980. It is a blend of white and red wine with the addition of herbal extracts. It has a pink color and aroma with hints of cinnamon and cloves. Vermouth can be consumed chilled or slightly warmed.

Martini D'Oro (Martini Doro)

The drink has been produced since 1998. It was developed specifically for the countries of northern Europe - Denmark, Switzerland and Germany. Italian grapes, caramel and citrus fruits are used for production. The golden-colored drink with fruit and honey tones in taste and aroma is designed to compensate for the lack of sunlight and warmth of the inhabitants of these countries.

Martini Fiero (Martini Fiero)

Produced since 1998 for residents of the Benelux countries. A large number of citrus fruits are used for production. The aroma is dominated by blood orange, with hints of honey and vanilla.

Martini Extra Dry

This type of Martini is low in sugar and high in alcohol, making it an ideal base for cocktails. The taste is not bitter, and the aroma includes lemon, raspberries and iris. It was developed over ten years, from 1890 to 1900. The composition of the drink is complex and contains more than thirty elements. The work was not in vain; the vermouth turned out to be so successful that it received forty awards, including from the monarchs of Belgium and France.

Martini Bitter

Martini Bitter is made not from wine, but from alcohol, so it would be more logical to call it a bitters. Its alcohol content is 25%. It has a rich red color. The combination of fruits and herbs gives an appropriate aroma and fruity taste with spicy notes.

Martini Spirito (Martini Spirito)

Spirito liqueur was presented in 2012. It is made on the basis of grape alcohol and is the strongest Martini drink - the strength is 33 degrees. It has a bitter taste of tea and a complex aroma with notes of eucalyptus, Indian spices and vanilla. By design, Spirito is a man's drink and should not be sold to women.

Martini Riserva Speciale

Riserva Speciale Ambrato and Riserva Speciale Rubino are new additions to the Martini line, introduced in 2014. Vermouths get their names according to color: Ambrato is amber in color, and Rubino is red. By tradition, the recipes are based on selected Italian wines: Nebbiolo is used to make Rubino, and Moscato d’Asti is used to make Ambrato. Both drinks also contain three types of wormwood and several other types of different herbs. The resulting extracts are aged in oak barrels for at least two months.

Sparkling wine

Martini Rose

Martini Rose has been produced since 2009 and belongs to the class of semi-dry sparkling wines. The famous sommelier Enrique Bernardo took part in its creation. The drink is made from red and white grape varieties grown in the provinces of Veneto and Piedmont. It has a sparkling pink color, tart taste and citrus aroma with notes of elderberry and peach.

Asti Martini (Asti Martini)

Champagne from the Martini brand. The grapes used for production are grown in the provinces of Piedmont and Asti; the drink itself is produced using incomplete fermentation technology. Champagne has a fruity aroma and sweet taste with notes of apple, orange, peach and honey. The wine was supplied to the monarchs of Spain, Italy and Portugal, as evidenced by the royal coats of arms on the label.

Martini Prosecco (Martini Prosecco)

Dry white wine produced in the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions. It got its name after the grape variety from which it is produced. The drink has a pear-apple aroma with floral tones and a fruity taste with a spicy aftertaste. Serve chilled to six degrees.

Martini Brut

The wine has been produced for over 80 years and is recommended as an alternative to French champagne. It is made from several grape varieties, mainly Pinot and Prosecco. The drink has a platinum color, has an aroma with notes of green apple, a mild taste and a persistent aftertaste.

Still dry wines

In 2014, the company expanded its range with six types of wines, presented in three categories: the highest category - Barbaresco DOCG and Barolo DOCG, the middle category - Piemonte Chardonnay DOC and Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, the last category - Piemonte Bianco DOC and Piemonte Rosso DOC. The names of wines consist of the names of the provinces in which the grapes from which they are made grow, as well as the names of the grape varieties themselves.