Ca del Bosco
Franciacorta Cuvee Prestige 48esima Edizione Extra Brut
| Denomination | DOCG Franciacorta Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Maturation on the lees for at least 2 years; disgorgement in the absence of oxygen using a patented Ca' del Bosco process that prevents oxidative shock and eliminates the need for further additions of sulphites; each bottle uniquely marked for traceability. |
- Magnum Format 1.5 L: perfect for toasts and elegant table service
- 48th Edition Cuvée: Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir in a harmonious blend
- Traditional Method: fermentation in steel and ageing on the lees for at least 24 months
- Purity and stability: disgorgement without oxygen using Ca’ del Bosco’s patented process
- Pairings: ideal with refined starters, delicate fish and cheeses; rich and juicy flavour
Description
What kind of wine it is
This Franciacorta Extra Brut by Ca’ del Bosco displays an elegant and powerful character, distinguished by an intense aromatic profile and a full, juicy flavour. The cuvée is created from a meticulous blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir, crafted strictly according to the Traditional Method to ensure a fine perlage and a well-defined structure. In the glass, it shows a bright straw-yellow hue, heralding a balanced sip of great finesse. Ideal for accompanying an entire meal, this sparkling wine pairs perfectly with refined starters, dishes based on lean fish and selections of cheeses, enhancing flavours with its vibrant freshness.
Where it comes from
This cuvée originates in the heart of Franciacorta, in Lombardy, where Ca’ del Bosco is based in Erbusco. The base wines come from a fragmented viticultural mosaic, meticulously studied to highlight the maximum expression of the territory. The grapes are sourced from numerous Chardonnay plots, historic parcels of Pinot Blanc and vineyards of Pinot Noir distributed across various renowned municipalities, including Provaglio d’Iseo and Passirano. Careful selection and classification of vines with different ages and exposures ensure the creation of a coherent blend, deep and always true to its Lombard origins.
How it is produced
After manual harvesting and washing of the grapes, pressing takes place in the absence of oxygen. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, where the wine rests for seven months before composing the final blend. The prise de mousse using the Traditional Method involves a long ageing on the lees. Disgorgement with a patented process prevents oxidative shock, ensuring excellent longevity and absolute sensory purity.
History and Curiosities
Founded in Erbusco in 1968, Ca’ del Bosco represents the excellence of Franciacorta and celebrates decades of prestige with the 48th edition of the Cuvée Prestige. This extraordinary sparkling wine is made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc grapes, sourced from numerous carefully selected plots. The absolute purity of this magnum format is ensured by disgorgement in the absence of oxygen, an exclusive process that prevents oxidative shock and limits the use of added sulphites, granting exceptional longevity and uncompromising elegance.
Awards
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4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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94/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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91/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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92/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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91/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1968
- Oenologist: Stefano Capelli
- Bottles produced: 1.100.000
- Hectares: 252
| Name | Ca' del Bosco Franciacorta Cuvee Prestige 48esima Edizione Extra Brut Magnum |
|---|---|
| Type | White extra brut |
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Ca del Bosco |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in Erbusco in 1968, Ca’ del Bosco represents the excellence of Franciacorta and celebrates decades of prestige with the 48th edition of the Cuvée Prestige. This extraordinary sparkling wine is made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc grapes, sourced from numerous carefully selected plots. The absolute purity of this magnum format is ensured by disgorgement in the absence of oxygen, an exclusive process that prevents oxidative shock and limits the use of added sulphites, granting exceptional longevity and uncompromising elegance. |
| Origin | Municipalities of Erbusco, Adro, Cazzago San Martino, Corte Franca, Iseo, Passirano and Provaglio d'Iseo (Franciacorta, Lombardy, Italy) |
| Fermentation | Ageing on the lees for at least 2 years |
| Production technique | Traditional Method |
| Wine making | After crushing in the absence of oxygen, the musts for the base wines ferment in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature and remain there until the following March. This is followed by about seven months of ageing to clarify and mature, after which the wines are blended to create the cuvée. Franciacorta is aged on the lees for at least 2 years; disgorgement takes place in the absence of oxygen using a patented Ca' del Bosco process that prevents oxidative shock and further additions of sulphites. |
| Aging | Maturation on the lees for at least 2 years; disgorgement in the absence of oxygen using a patented Ca' del Bosco process that prevents oxidative shock and eliminates the need for further additions of sulphites; each bottle uniquely marked for traceability. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |