Ferrari’s sparkling wines are always creamy and smooth. This Perle Brut expression opens with fine nuances of baked bread, almond and mature fruit followed by brighter tones of citrus and honey. ——M.L.(12/31/2011)—— 91

The 2004 Brut Metodo Classico Perle is a bigger, riper wine with an exuberant personality. While the fruit possesses notable richness, the mousse and overall texture isn’t quite as fine as I had hoped. This is Lot: L9057/4, disgorged 2009. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2014. Ferrari is an excellent source for fine sparkling wines from northern Italy.Importer: Palm Bay International, Boca Raton, FL; tel. (561) 362-9642

Ferrari’s Brut Perle (made with 100% Chardonnay) offers soft, foamy perlage that enhances a sense of softness and fullness on the palate. Crisp and tonic, it drinks very well but it leaves enough body and persistency to fuel a long finish. ——M.L.(6/1/2010)—— 91

This is a very special wine from Italian sparkling wine producer Ferrari because of the level of elegance and smoothness it achieves. All its elements work in harmony to give equal billing to aromas of apricot, yeast, honey and almond nut.——M.L.(7/1/2009)—— 90