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Canti (Canti) is a relatively young, but already well-known brand of premium Italian sparkling wine. Developed by Gianni Martini, owner of Fratelli Martini Secondo Luigi Spa. The manufacturer positions the drink as personifying the refined style of Italy. Under the Canti brand, seven types of champagne are produced, most of the products are exported.
Historical reference. The brand appeared in 2001. The famous winemaker Gianni Martini came up with the idea to create a drink that would embody the national traditions and spirit of the country. The creation of the recipe lasted almost a year, Martini attracted the best specialists from his company Fratelli Martini Secondo Luigi Spa to work.
A lot of controversy was caused by the name of the new brand – it was necessary to choose a word that would evoke a direct association with Italian culture. It was decided that the name Canti (translated as “song”) conveys the richness of the taste of sparkling wine and the emotions that it evokes in the best possible way. Already in 2002, the brand was successfully introduced in the UK, and in the next few years conquered the world market.
Canti champagne is made from selected Piedmontese grapes, part of the raw materials are supplied by farms from different parts of Italy. The company’s own wineries are located throughout the country. Wine materials are prepared at small factories, which are then brought to the head office in Cossano Belbo, where craftsmen make blends for various Canti brands. About 30 million bottles roll off production lines every year.
Awards
Silver medals:
- Grand International Wine Awards, Dusseldorf – 2014, 2016, 2017;
- Korean Wine Challenge, Сеул – 2016.
Gold medals:
- International Wine Challenge, London – 2012;
- AWC, Vienna – 2013.
Interesting Facts
The brand owes its popularity not only to winemakers and designers who worked on the formulation and design of products, but also to marketers who organized a large-scale advertising campaign. Commercials about the new wine were shown on TV channels in prime time and preceded the screening of feature films in cinemas. Canti ads even appeared at the Academy Awards.
In 2006, the grand opening of the new Canti wine cellars took place. Underground halls impress with unusual architectural solutions and rich interiors. Wood-vaulted ceilings and terracotta tiled floors. The premises store wine and hold various cultural events.
Types of Champagne Canti
Canti Asti DOCG Millesimato, 7%
Sparkling wine is labeled with the abbreviation DOCG, which is assigned in Italy only to outstanding brands. Created from white muscat from one year’s harvest. Drink color of golden straw with a pearly sheen. Floral notes stand out in the aroma, hints of ripe melon predominate in the delicate taste. It is recommended to serve with confectionery dishes and fresh fruits.
DOCG Piedmont Sparkling Arm, 7%
For the production of wine used Bachetto grapes with red berries, which color the drink in ruby color. Aromas of strawberries, raspberries and cherries. The taste is moderately sweet with hints of almond on the finish. Suitable for after lunch, dinner or a light snack.
Canti Prosecco DOC Millesimato, 11,5%
The DOC label on Italian wine guarantees the region of origin. A light golden drink made from Glera grapes harvested in one season. Champagne has a fresh fruity taste and rich fresh aroma. An ideal aperitif, pairs well with any meal.
Canti Cuvee Brut, 11%
Made from four grape varieties: Garganega, Glera, Cortese and Trebbiano. The color of the wine is straw, with light greenish highlights. The aroma is dominated by fresh grapes. The taste is fruity, with a pleasant astringency. Recommended with Italian dishes: pasta and lasagna, as well as omelettes and pies.
