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Franciacorta Riserva Extra Brut 2017

Wine region
Franciacorta - Lombardy Sparkle 2026
ferghettina26 6
Vintage
2017
Origin
Franciacorta Docg
Grapes
chardonnay 80%, pinot nero 20%
Second Fermentation
bottiglia
Alcool %
12.5
Rating
5
Production
4000
Italian price (€)
45

Taste hints

Vigorous and dynamic, it blends energy and aromatic richness in a vibrant, complex sip. Perfect with salmon and sea bass with truffle. Sun-yellow with golden highlights and fine perlage, a captivating bouquet which fuses citrus fruits and minerality: lime, citron and Amalfi lemon intertwine with peach, apple and pear amid notes of schist, flint and gunpowder. Balsamic accents of mint, eucalyptus and bay leaf blend with saffron, juniper and white pepper. The energetic, lively palate combines acidity and sapidity in perfect harmony, giving forth vital, persistent dynamism, sustained by delicate toasted bread and nuts.

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