At a tasty lunch hosted by Altaya Wines @ CIAK - In The Kitchen, Bellavista Winery introduced their new labels. Inspired by art & nature, they aim to give a "new air on wine"...

From the up & coming Franciacorta region of northern Italy, these sparkling wines are beautifully crafted in the traditional method w/ a minimum of 4 years ageing before release...

Here, I post some notes on my tasting:

Alma Cuvée Brut NV
delicate & vibrant w/ aromas of fresh apples & peaches. sutble white bread notes. bubbly creaminess & soft texture. lovely, lip smacking off-dry finish...

Brut 2008
vibrant & intense nose w/ aromas of ripe apples & pears w/ notes of buttered brioches & a touch of buttersotch. beautifully creamy & velvety texture. dense. slightly toasty & dry finish...

Pas Operé 2007
vibrant nose w/ notes of ripe apples, ctirus fruits & toasts. hints of butterscotch. Creamy & a little austere. very dry & "mineral" finish...

Rosé 2009
delicately expressive & complex. lovely roasted wild strawberries w/ notes of peaches & toast & honey... bubbly creaminess & soft texture. lovely, lovely dry finish scented & long...

The new packaging wants to express the emotions from each wines...

Here, a neat video of the "making of the Nectar ad clip"...