Cryfus

Cryfus 60 Edition White Vintage

The Cryfus 60 Edition White Millesimato is a White Extra Dry Millesimato Sparkling Wine, classified as Castel del Monte D.O.C. It is produced exclusively with Bombino Bianco grapes, grown on the Murgia hills with a high trellis system, at a density of 3,000 plants per hectare. Harvesting takes place in early September.

Vinification

Vinification follows the Charmat Method: the grapes undergo gentle pressing, the must is decanted and filtered, then cooled to 0°C. The single fermentation takes place in an autoclave, followed by aging on the lees for 60-90 days before isobaric bottling. The 60-90 day aging on the lees, while part of the Charmat Method, is a targeted choice to confer greater complexity and structure on the palate, going beyond the simple fruity expression typical of this method. This indicates a pursuit of superior quality within the Charmat category.

Organoleptic characteristics

The organoleptic notes reveal a straw yellow color with gold-green reflections and lively perlage. On the nose, there are aromas of white flowers and nectarine peach. On the palate, it is fresh and inviting, with fruity aromas perfectly balanced by measured softness. It is recommended to pair it with fried fish, pettole, battered cod, lampascioni omelette, and grilled shrimp. The ideal serving temperature is 6°C. Analytical data indicate an alcohol content of 11.5% vol, a residual sugar of 12.60 g/l, and a total acidity of 5.22 g/l.

Cryfus 60 Edition Rosé Vintage

The Cryfus 60 Edition Rosé Millesimato is a Rosé Extra Dry Millesimato Sparkling Wine, also classified as Castel del Monte D.O.C. and produced entirely with Bombino Nero grapes. The production area is the Ruvo region, bordering the municipality of Ruvo di Puglia, with vines trained on high trellises (3,000 plants/hectare). Harvesting takes place in early September.

Vinification

Vinification, always with the Charmat Method, involves the immediate cooling of the grapes after harvesting and a skin contact of 4-6 hours for the extraction of aromas and color. This is followed by gentle pressing, decantation, and filtration of the must, which is then cooled to 0°C. The single fermentation in an autoclave is followed by 60-90 days of aging on the lees before isobaric bottling. The brief skin contact (4-6 hours) for this rosé, combined with the Charmat Method and aging on the lees, represents a precise technique to achieve a delicate color and extract specific aromatic precursors (raspberry, wild strawberry, pomegranate) without imparting excessive tannins, a crucial aspect for a fresh and elegant rosé sparkling wine.

Organoleptic characteristics

Visually, the wine presents bright rose petals in the glass, with elegant, fine perlage and violet reflections. On the nose, there is an intense aroma of raspberry, wild strawberries, and pomegranate. On the palate, it is dry, with balanced and harmonious acidity, a lively structure, rich freshness, and a finish reminiscent of almond confetti. It pairs excellently with shellfish and fresh cheeses, shrimp tartare, anchovy pie, rice arancini, salmon en croute, mixed cold cuts, and semi-aged cheeses. The recommended serving temperature is 6°C. Analytical data report an alcohol content of 11.5% vol, a residual sugar of 12.60 g/l, and a total acidity of 5.40 g/l. It received the silver medal at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles – Rosé Selection – 87 points from Tastings Chicago and is a gold medal and regional silver Oscar winner at the Mostra Nazionale Vini Pramaggiore.

Cryfus Sixty Edition Moscato Puglia IGP Sweet

The CRYFUS Moscato Puglia IGP Sweet Sparkling Wine is a sparkling wine produced with the Charmat Method, which gives it a fine and persistent perlage. It is made with pure Moscato grapes, from the Ruvo di Puglia region and trained on Pugliese pergola. Harvesting takes place in the second half of September.

Vinification

Vinification involves gentle pressing of the grapes, decantation, and filtration of the must, which is then cooled to 0°C. The single fermentation takes place in an autoclave, with aging on the lees for 60-90 days before isobaric bottling. The production of a Sweet Sparkling Wine with the Charmat Method, using Moscato grapes and characterized by a high residual sugar content (64.20 g/l), indicates a clear targeting strategy for the dessert wine market. The Charmat Method is particularly suitable in this context, to preserve the primary, fresh, and fruity aromatic characteristics of Moscato, which are fundamental to its appeal as a sweet sparkling wine.

Organoleptic characteristics

The organoleptic notes describe a bright straw yellow color, with fragrant and transparent pearls. The aromas in the glass recall yellow flowers, mimosa, and canned peaches, with subtle notes of aromatic herbs and rose water. On the palate, it is creamy and sweet, with a fruity finish. It is ideal for pairing with almond paste pastries, chiacchiere, peach and nectarine tart, sweet fried pastries, Christmas sweets, and sponge cake with whipped cream. The serving temperature is 6°C. Analytical data show an alcohol content of 7% vol, a residual sugar of 64.20 g/l, and a total acidity of 6.35 g/l. It received the A.I.S. Murgia Dolce Puglia Trophy as the first-place winner.

Cryfus Easy Extra Dry White Sparkling Wine

The Cryfus Easy White Extra Dry Sparkling Wine is a sparkling wine produced with the Charmat Method. It stands out for its intense aroma with pleasant fruity notes of plums and peaches and a dry taste, with balanced and harmonious acidity. It is made from Bombino Bianco grapes, grown in the Ruvo di Puglia region with the Pugliese Pergola system. Harvesting takes place in early September.

Vinification

The vinification process involves gentle pressing of the grapes, decantation, and filtration of the must, which is then cooled to 0°C. The single fermentation takes place in an autoclave, and the wine remains on the lees for 60-90 days before isobaric bottling.

Organoleptic characteristics

The organoleptic notes reveal a delicate and bright straw yellow color. The floral and vegetal aromas are subtle and refined. It has lively foam and on the palate, the bubbles enhance fresh and crisp fruit, with pleasant citrus notes returning in the finish. It’s a great aperitif and pairs well with fish and shellfish, tuna tartare, sheep ricotta omelet, buffalo mozzarella caprese, and four-cheese pizza. The recommended serving temperature is 6°C. Analytical data indicate an alcohol content of 11.5% vol, a sugar residue of 12.60 g/l, and a total acidity of 5.22 g/l.

Cryfus Easy Extra Dry Rosé Sparkling Wine

The Cryfus Easy Rosé Extra Dry Sparkling Wine is a rosé sparkling wine produced with the Charmat Method. The grapes used are Bombino Nero, grown in the Ruvo di Puglia region with the Pugliese Pergola system. Harvesting takes place in mid-September.

Vinification

The vinification process involves the immediate cooling of the grapes after harvesting and a skin contact of 4-6 hours for the extraction of aromas and color. Subsequently, the grapes undergo gentle pressing, and the resulting must is decanted and filtered before being cooled to 0°C. The must is then transferred to an autoclave for a single fermentation, remaining on the lees for 60-90 days before isobaric bottling.

Organoleptic characteristics

The organoleptic notes describe a blush pink color with lively and bright reflections. On the nose, there is a delicate aroma of wild strawberry and red geranium. On the palate, the bubbles provide a fresh and dynamic taste, with a pleasant finish of crisp fruit. It pairs well with savory vegetable pies, baked potatoes and peppers, red onion omelette, and tubettini with razor clams. The serving temperature is 6°C. Analytical data indicate an alcohol content of 11.5% vol, a residual sugar of 12.60 g/l, and a total acidity of 5.40 g/l. It received the gold medal at the Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards.

Cryfus Anniversary Classic Method Pas Dosè

The Cryfus Anniversario Classic Method Pas Dosè is a Classic Method sparkling wine considered ideal for important occasions. It is made from pure Bombino Bianco grapes, from the Murgia hills, northwest of Ruvo di Puglia, with vines trained on spurred cordon (4,500 plants/hectare). Harvesting takes place in mid-September.

Vinification

The winemaking process follows the Classic Method: the grapes are immediately brought to the winery and destemmed, then cooled to 10°C. A brief maceration in the press for 4-6 hours follows to extract aromas from the skins. The free-run juice is collected for fermentation in steel at 15°C. In spring, the wine is bottled with the addition of liqueur de tirage for the second fermentation in the bottle, which creates the characteristic bubbles. The bottles undergo periodic remuage to settle the yeasts.

After 24 months, the sparkling wine is disgorged and definitively corked, then left to rest in the bottle for a few months before commercialization. The Pas Dosè classification (zero dosage), combined with 24 months of aging on the lees in the bottle, highlights Crifo’s commitment to producing a high-quality Classic Method, focused on the pure expression of the terroir and the Bombino Bianco grape variety. The absence of added sugars post-disgorgement attributes the impeccable quality of the base wine and a prolonged aging to achieve balance and complexity appreciated by sophisticated palates.

Tasting notes

The organoleptic notes describe a bright and intense straw yellow color with fine bubbles and a soft foam. The aromatic profile is straightforward and lively, with hints of daisy, yellow-fleshed fruit, fresh hazelnut, and medlar. The taste is creamy and fresh, with a delicate hint of bread crust and citrus, pleasantly closing with a soft note of sweet almond. Recommended food pairings include spaghetti marinara, risotto with scampi cream, linguine with lobster, risotto with cuttlefish ink and red shrimp carpaccio, hard cheese flakes, and buffalo mozzarella. The serving temperature is 6°C. Analytical data indicate an alcohol content of 12% vol, a residual sugar of 1.7 g/l, and a total acidity of 6.15 g/l. The wine received the Double Gold Medal at the Gilbert & Gaillard International Competition.

Table 1: Overview of the Cryfus Sparkling Wine Line