Berlucchi ’61 Extra Brut Franciacorta DOCG

Berlucchi ’61 Extra Brut Franciacorta DOCG is a symbol of excellence in the Franciacorta wine tradition. This refined sparkling wine represents the perfect marriage of innovation and savoir-faire, ideal for moments of celebration or to accompany a full meal with elegance.

Product Features.

Origin and Grapes

• Composition: 85% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Noir.
• Provenance: From the best vineyards in 19 communes of Franciacorta.

Yield and Production

• Yield: 9,000 kg of grapes per hectare.
• Must yield: 55%, equal to 6,600 bottles per hectare.

Vinification and Maturation

• Vinification:
  • Soft, progressive pressing of the clusters with fractionation of the musts.
  • Alcoholic fermentation in steel vats.
• Maturation:
  • Preparation of the cuvée in the spring following the harvest, with the addition of 20% reserve wines.
  • Aged on the lees for at least 24 months, followed by an additional two months after disgorgement.
• Dosage: Extra Brut.

Sensory Experience

Visual Appearance

• Mousse: Soft and creamy, with a persistent soft crown.
• Perlage: Fine and continuous.

Color

• Description: Straw yellow with delicate greenish highlights.

Perfume

• Aromas: Elegant bouquet with notes of white-fleshed fruits, hints of citrus and refined freshness.

Taste

• Taste: Pleasant balance between freshness and acidity, with an enveloping softness and a lingering citrus finish.

Gastronomic pairings

Perfect to accompany a full meal, it pairs beautifully with:

• Aperitifs: Excellent as a wine to start the meal.
• First Courses: Casoncelli, risottos and pastas with fine seasonings.
• Fish: Lake fish, such as perch and char.
• Meats: Light white meats.
• Cheeses: Fresh or medium-aged.

Serving Temperature

Serve at 6-8 °C to fully appreciate its organoleptic characteristics.

Why Choose it.

Berlucchi ’61 Extra Brut Franciacorta DOCG is the perfect companion to enhance any occasion, thanks to its versatility and impeccable balance. Ideal for those seeking a sparkling wine that can combine freshness, structure and refinement in a single glass.

Buy it now and discover the taste of the most authentic Franciacorta!