Sparkling Wines Prosecco Fidora Tenuta Civranetta - Col Fondo

Fidora Tenuta Civranetta’s Col Fondo cuvée is a fascinating example of traditional Prosecco from the Veneto region of northern Italy. Presented in a non-vintage style and produced according to biodynamic principles, this sparkling wine stands apart with its reference to the ancestral method “col fondo,” where the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle and is left on its lees, creating a natural, cloudy appearance and a textural, savoury complexity not commonly found in mainstream Prosecco. The exact grape blend is not specified but in accordance with regional tradition, the base is expected to be primarily Glera, possibly complemented by other permitted local varieties. The absence of a declared vintage adds to the signature house style, allowing consistency and character to take precedence over annual variation.

Veneto’s rolling hills and cool, temperate climate, buffered by the Alps to the north and the Adriatic Sea to the east, are perfectly suited to producing lively, aromatic sparkling wines. The soils here are typically a combination of clay, limestone and gravel, offering good drainage and imparting a subtle mineral streak to the wines. Prosecco’s recent success belies a rich history dating back centuries; traditional “col fondo” bottlings like this one offer a nod to the rustic origins of the style before the region’s international boom.

For food pairings, this style of Prosecco is wonderfully versatile. Its bone-dry, lively character and gentle effervescence make it ideal as an aperitif, perfect with antipasti such as marinated vegetables, soft cheeses, or baccalà mantecato (Venetian-style whipped salt cod). The sustained, yeasty complexity of the Col Fondo version also pairs beautifully with simple seafood risottos, lightly fried fish, or even regional dishes like sarde in saor.

Best served well-chilled, at around 6-8°C, to preserve freshness and accentuate its natural vibrancy. Due to its lees, it can be poured clear or gently shaken for more cloudy texture and flavour, depending on your personal preference.