A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, resulting in a clean and rigorous fragrance without the addition of liqueur d’expedition.

Grape variety: 70% Chardonnay - 30% Pinot Noir

Color: White

Classification: D.O.C.G.

Graduation: 13,50% Vol.

Vintage: 2018

Format: Bottle 750 ml

Pairing: Excellent aperitif, great in complementing seafood and raw fish

Service: Recommended to serve at 7 - 8°C

ESSENCE NATURE 2018 Dosaggio Zero FRANCIACORTA D.O.C.G.

€30.50

VAT Included

In the mid-1800s, a local merchant named Luigi Rossetti fell in love with the land around Monticelli Brusati and decided to turn a farmhouse into an elegant mansion and winery, thereby establishing Antica Fratta.

By digging into the rocky hill behind the Villa, he built a beautiful wine cellar with four tunnels arranged in the form of a Greek cross to store his prized Franciacorta wines.

In 1979 the property was bought by Franco Ziliani of the Berlucchi family, who was charmed by the unique cellars and beautiful vineyards.

Berlucchi was and is one of the major names in Franciacorta, but they wanted to expand into boutique production.

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2018 vintage and therefore obtained from the skilful assemblage of the best grapes of that year; the use of pinot noir, vinified in white, helps to obtain a good body, without influencing the elegance of the preponderant chardonnay.
Harvest: Between mid-August and early September when the grapes have reached the correct sugar ripeness, but still have a considerable acidity and freshness.
Maturation: 42 months of maturation on lees. After disgorgement, the bottles rest in the cellar for another 5-6 months.

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