COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Karpatska Perla
REGION
Small Carpathians
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The P'Etnat Sauvignon Blanc from Karpatská Perla is a naturally sparkling white wine produced using the ancestral method, also known as Pét-Nat. This technique involves bottling the wine before primary fermentation is complete, allowing the natural carbon dioxide to create effervescence. The wine originates from the Small Carpathian Wine Region in Slovakia, an area known for its viticultural heritage. Karpatská Perla is a respected family winery, established in 1991, with a philosophy that emphasizes the vineyard's role in wine quality. This particular bottling represents a modern, artisanal take on a traditional winemaking style, showcasing the Sauvignon Blanc grape in a lively and vibrant form.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Natural
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
5-6°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pét-Nat is an ancestral method of making sparkling wine, predating Champagne.
Fact 02
The name 'P'Etnat' hints at the wine's natural, unadulterated style.
Fact 03
Karpatská Perla means 'Carpathian Pearl' in Slovak.
Fact 04
The winery's motto is 'Pearls are born in the vineyard'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The P'Etnat Sauvignon Blanc is crafted using the ancestral method, a traditional approach to creating sparkling wine. The process begins with the 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes from the Small Carpathian region. Primary fermentation takes place in tanks, after which the wine is bottled before fermentation is fully complete. This allows the natural sugars and yeast to continue fermenting inside the bottle, trapping carbon dioxide and creating the wine's signature sparkle. This method is characterized by minimal intervention, aiming to preserve the natural character of the grape and the influence of the terroir. The wine is generally intended for early release and consumption to best appreciate its fresh, lively profile.
