Franciacorta Brut Storica ’61 Nature, Berlucchi

FRANCIACORTA BRUT STORICA ‘61 NATURE

Grapes

Chardonnay (70%) and Pinot Nero (30%), from estate vineyards in Arzelle, Rovere, San Carlo and Ragnoli; all planted to high density (10,000 plants/hectare)

Harvest

middle ten days in August

Yield

9,500 kg of grapes per hectare, with a must yield of 30%, equivalent to 3,800 bottles per hectare

Vinification

gentle, gradual pressing of clusters and fractioning of must; alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks with maturation of the best lots in oak barrique, left to age for 6 months sur lie

Maturation

assemblage of the cuvée in the spring following harvest, using only the wines of that vintage. Bottle fermentation and maturation sur lie for a minimum of 5 years, followed by another 6 months after disgorgement

Dosage

pas dosé

Sensory Characteristics

Appearance: plentiful creamy mousse with a fine, lingering cordon; subtle, delicate perlage

Colour: vibrant straw-yellow with light coppery nuances

Bouquet: layered, expressive nose profile, showcasing a crisp mineral note fusing with delicate hints of citrus, yellow-fleshed fruit and white bread

Palate: the wine displays lively, zesty acidity sustained by an enfolding body and excellent persistence that weave a dynamic and taut mouth

Pairings

a vintage to be enjoyed with all courses of the meal, a pleasing companion for flavoursome appetizers and mains of fish, white meat, and medium-mature cheese

Serving temperature

8–10 °C

Analytical Data

ABV: 12.5%

total acidity: 7.80 g/l

pH: 3.10

First vintage produced

2009