Italy. Lombardy | |
APPELLATION: | Franciacorta DOCG |
GRAPES: | 40% Chardonnay. 60% Pinot Noir |
APPEARANCE: | Soft. dense. foamy mousse. with a long-lasting delicate cordon around the glass. and a long-lingering bead of fine. pin-point bubbles. Intense salmon-pink. which varies according to the vintage. due to the different ripeness levels of phenolic compounds in the Pinot Noir |
AROMA: | Elegant notes of wild berry-fruit and other ripe fruits. well melded with subtle nuances of yeast and crusty bread. Heady. warm quality from the brief maceration of Pinot Noir on the skins during vinification |
PALATE: | Refined and elegant. exhibiting exceptional acidity and body. Acidity is well-balanced by the medium dosage |
FOOD PAIRING: | The perfect aperitif. it will also pair well with various kinds of cold meats and charcuterie. full-flavoured first courses and fully aged cheeses. Pairing it with shellfish enhances its impressive structure |
SERVE: | 8°C |
