# Rigore (Santa Clelia)

> Sparkling, Erbaluce di Caluso Spumante DOCG by [Santa Clelia](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/santa-clelia.md), Canavese, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/santa-clelia-rigore).

- **Producer:** Santa Clelia
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Erbaluce di Caluso Spumante DOCG
- **Grape:** Erbaluce 100%
- **Production area:** Mazzè, Canavese
- **Soil:** Morainic origin: glacial sand with subordinate clay horizons containing nutrients, together with cobble-stones that regulate soil temperature through the year
- **Vineyard planting:** Erbaluce trained on the pergola canavesana; pruning, tying and harvest done by hand
- **Vinification:** First fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, then refermentation in contact with selected yeasts for at least 36 to 48 months. Classic Method.
- **Serving temperature:** 8-10°C
- **Storage:** Keep in a cool place at a constant temperature not above 18-20°C. A long-lived Classic Method that evolves for years.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

A white Classic Method sparkling wine from 100% Erbaluce di Caluso, aged 36 to 48 months on the lees.

## Tasting notes

Light yellow, with light evanescent foam and fine, persistent perlage. Delicate, fine aroma with citrus notes standing out. Fresh, balanced, with persistent notes of minerality; rich and dry.

## Food pairings

Raw fish and seafood, shellfish, vegetarian dishes and fried fish. Suitable as an aperitif and throughout the whole meal.