# Maria Teresa (Antica Cascina dei Conti di Roero)

> Sparkling, Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC by [Antica Cascina dei Conti di Roero](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/antica-cascina-dei-conti-di-roero.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/antica-cascina-dei-conti-di-roero-maria-teresa).

- **Producer:** Antica Cascina dei Conti di Roero
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Production area:** Roero
- **Soil:** Sandy with a small percentage of clay and limestone
- **Harvest:** Hand harvested into 20 kg crates, late August, before full ripeness to keep acidity
- **Vinification:** Soft pressing after careful selection, must decanted then fermented at a controlled 17 to 18°C in steel. In spring the base wine is bottled with sugar and selected yeasts (liqueur de tirage), then laid down horizontally at 12 to 14°C for at least 18 months for the second fermentation, followed by remuage and disgorgement with a dosage of liqueur d'expedition. Dosage 4.3 g/l. Aged at least 24 to 36 months on the lees in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 6 to 8°C
- **Storage:** Minimum 24-36 months in bottle on its lees
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

A rose Metodo Classico made purely from Nebbiolo, dedicated to Daniela's mother Maria Teresa; the estate's third sparkling wine, first made in 2011 in about 2,000 bottles.

## Tasting notes

This Nebbiolo d’Alba Rosé Spumante Brut presents a delicate pink hue with fine, persistent bubbles, offering aromas of red berries and a hint of bread crust. The palate is dry and crisp, with a refreshing acidity and a clean finish.

## Food pairings

Aperitif, shellfish, sushi and sashimi, Asian cuisine, fish based first and second courses, grilled meat and vegetables.