| Winery | LA MONTINA |
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
| Grapes | 75% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Nero |
| Alcohol content | 12,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | BS/2123 |
| Winery headquarter | La Montina - Monticelli Brusati (BS) - Via Baiana, 17 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Steamed fish Hors d'oeuvres, Warm fish appetizers, Crustaceans, Risotto with seafood, Spaghetti with clams, Oysters, Cassoeula, Mixed fried fish |
| Region | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Style | Light and fresh |
| Wine list | Franciacorta |
The grapes for the making of this label of La Montina come from vineyards located in soils of recent morainic origin, shallow soils with pebbles, particularly suitable for producing fresh berries with good acidity. The bunches harvested by hand in full of their organoleptic characteristics, followed the same procedure as the basic Franciacorta Brut with selection of the first fractions obtained from the pressing. The blend that makes it is made with 75% Chardonnay grapes and 25% Pinot Noir grapes. The aging of the wine develops in bottle for at least 24 months on the lees.
Characteristics of Franciacorta Extra Brut by La Montina winery
The appearance has a pale yellow color with greenish reflections and a fine perlage surrounded by a delicious crown. The nose is broad to capture the typical scents of citrus flowers and fresh fruit. The taste on the palate is dry, immediate, lively freshness, with good flavor and minerality.
Recommended pairings tasting this Franciacorta
An ideal sparkling wine as an aperitif based on oysters, raw shrimp, tempura and Grana Padano. The optimal serving temperature is 6ºC in a high and tapered glass.
