A complex vintage, an unstoppable Quality
In the heart of the hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene, a UNESCO heritage site and the cradle of Prosecco Superiore DOCG, the 2024 vintage proved to be a test for winemakers. A vintage characterized by variable weather conditions that required experience, innovation and extreme attention to quality. Bellussi Spumanti, which has always been synonymous with excellence in the world of Prosecco, met this challenge with meticulous viticultural management, guaranteeing a harvest of absolute merit.
The climatic conditions of the 2024 grape harvest
The 2024 weather presented many pitfalls, but thanks to deep knowledge of the area, winemakers were able to make the best of the season:
Rainy spring → Encouraged vegetative growth, but required extra attention to vine disease prevention.
Hot and dry summer → Accelerated ripening, enhancing the aromatic concentration of the berries.
Optimal temperature excursions in late summer → They allowed for healthy grapes with an excellent balance between sugars and acidity, which are essential for a fresh and elegant Prosecco Superiore.
Through careful vineyard management and selective harvesting, Bellussi Spumanti has ensured that the best grapes are picked to create sparkling wines of the highest quality.
Prosecco Superiore Bellussi 2024: an excellence heralded
From the first data, the 2024 harvest promises to be of extraordinary quality. Glera grapes harvested in Bellussi’s selected vineyards show excellent characteristics:
🔹 Intense floral and fruity aromas, with notes of green apple, pear and white flowers.
🔹 Unique freshness and sapidity, thanks to a perfect balance between acidity and structure.
🔹 Fine and persistent effervescence, a hallmark of the Bellussi method.
Bellussi’s attention to quality, hand-harvesting and state-of-the-art winemaking techniques ensure a Prosecco Superiore DOCG that will be among the best in 2024.
Challenges and Strategies: how Bellussi raises the bar on quality
Despite climatic difficulties, Bellussi has adopted innovative strategies to ensure excellent wine:
✔ Manual selection of grapes → To ensure only the best bunches.
✔ Sustainability and respect for nature → Agronomic practices with low environmental impact to preserve the biodiversity of the area.
✔ Innovation in the winery → Use of advanced technologies for controlled fermentation and sparkling that enhances the unique characteristics of Bellussi Prosecco Superiore.
As a result of this commitment, 2024 production is confirmed to be not only of the highest quality, but also environmentally and market-conscious.
The 2024 vintage proves to be a success for Bellussi Spumanti, despite the climatic challenges. Thanks to careful vineyard management and an unwavering commitment to quality, the company continues to elevate the prestige of Prosecco Superiore DOCG from Conegliano Valdobbiadene.
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