[SOLD-OUT] Berlucchi Franciacorta '61 Extra Brut N.V.

 

"It’s Italian sparkling wine, but it’s not Prosecco. Franciacorta is a DOCG area in the north of Italy. While Prosecco is made from the Glera grape, Franciacorta is largely Chardonnay-based, with some Pinot Nero and Pinot Bianco, depending on the producer.

Berlucchi ’61, despite the name, is a nonvintage sparkler made from 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir. The nose offers apple fruit, with touches of bread and yeast. The body starts off extremely — almost oppressively — so dry, it comes off as almost bitter. The wine opens up with time to reveal lots more fruit, a slightly buttery body, and notes of nutmeg and some citrus peel. Things still end up dry, but with more balance than its attack would indicate." - Drink Hacker

 

"This refined sparkler opens with heady aromas of white wild flower, citrus and a whiff of bread crust. On the lively palate, fresh acidity brightens creamy white peach, Golden Delicious apple and lemon drop. A brioche note wraps up the finish." - Wine Enthusiast

 

"The grapes are grown in Franciacorta’s most prestigious vineyards, and the wine matures sur lie in the bottle a minimum of 24 months. Similar to champagne, it is made using the traditional method of a secondary fermentation within the bottle, and with the same grape varieties. Franciacorta has an Alpine climate which is low elevation but influenced by nearby mountains. 

  Sustainably-made  

Country:

Italy

Region:

Italy - Other

Variety:

Wine Sparkling - White

Size:

750mL