# Descobrir Pet Nat (2023)

- **Producer:** APVV
- **Colour:** rosé
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Region:** Portugal
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 11.5%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, blood orange, pomegranate, watermelon, wild berries, lilac

## About this wine

The Descobrir Pet Nat from APVV is a 2023 vintage rosé sparkling wine produced in Portugal using the Pétillant Naturel (Pet Nat) method. This ancestral technique involves bottling the wine before its primary fermentation is complete, allowing the secondary fermentation and carbonation to occur naturally within the bottle. A distinctive feature of this wine is its use of a lighter glass bottle, a choice aimed at minimizing its environmental impact. APVV is a producer known for its commitment to natural winemaking practices and showcasing the inherent qualities of the grapes.

## Interesting facts

- Pet Nat is the original sparkling wine method, predating Champagne.
- The lighter bottle reduces shipping emissions.
- This wine is part of a limited, temporary assortment.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent freshness and subtle fruit notes make it a versatile companion for lighter fare. Its effervescence can cleanse the palate, while its acidity complements dishes with citrus or herbal elements. The wine's delicate profile is best matched with similarly light proteins and vegetables.

## Wine making process

The Descobrir Pet Nat is crafted using the ancestral Pétillant Naturel (Pet Nat) method. This involves bottling the wine before its primary fermentation is fully complete. The fermentation then continues and finishes inside the bottle, naturally creating the wine's signature effervescence. This process is characterized by minimal intervention, including the use of minimal sulphites. The wine is bottled in a lighter glass, a conscious choice for sustainability. Aging is typically brief, focusing on the development of carbonation within the bottle.