Franciacorta Brut Riserva CASA DELLE COLONNE DOCG FRECCIANERA

This Franciacorta Riserva comes from the name of the family home where the Berlucchi brothers grew up: its production uses a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from the vineyards of the Borgonato and Torbiato hills; the vineyards face south/southeast at approximately 250 meters above sea level. During the manual harvest,only the best bunches of Mantighì and Tre Camini crus are harvested; this is followed by soft pressing of the whole grapes and initial fermentation in steel. Once this phase is complete, part of the fermentation is completed in 550-liter French oak tonneaux, a long stay on the fine lees with frequent refilling in the tank and batonnage in tonneau. Aging requires a 90-month stay on the yeasts, with at least a year in the bottle. The degorgément takes place with liqueur d'expedition consisting of a portion of Chardonnay reserve wine aged for 24 months in French oak tonneaux.

Characteristics of this Franciacorta Riserva

It has a deep golden yellow color with bright reflections. Rich, enveloping olfactory notes reminiscent of spices and candied citrus. On the palate it is persistent and mineral.

Recommended pairings with this Brut wine

Excellent with fish and shellfish dishes. Try Risotto Milanese style. Serve at a temperature of 10-12°C.