Contadi Castaldi
Franciacorta Blanc Extra Brut 2020
| Denomination | DOCG Franciacorta Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Bianco |
| Aging | Aged for at least 30 months on the lees in the bottle |
- Name and style: Franciacorta DOCG Blanc Extra Brut, traditional method, 2020 vintage
- Grape blend: 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Blanc from selected vineyards in Lombardy
- Ageing on the lees: minimum 30 months in bottle for greater complexity and creaminess
- Aromatic profile: yellow citrus fruits, green apple, white flowers, almond, chalky and saline notes
- Taste and serving: fine and persistent perlage, freshness and minerality, serving temperature 6–8 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Franciacorta Blanc Extra Brut by Contadi Castaldi is an elegant sparkling wine that harmoniously blends Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco. Crafted according to the strict Traditional Method, it stands out for its dynamic perlage, fine and persistent. On the nose, it weaves together delicate notes of yellow citrus, green apple, white flowers, almond and honeysuckle. On the palate, it reveals a full and creamy structure, supported by vibrant acidity and a sharp chalky minerality, offering a striking sip with a long and distinctly savoury finish.
Where it comes from
This expression of Franciacorta originates in Lombardy from a complex blend that integrates various harvest selections. The grapes come from selected vineyards with vines over thirty years old. These vines sink their roots deep into the soil, drawing microelements that give the wine its unmistakable vertical development. The harvest is planned to preserve the integrity of the bunches, ensuring a vibrant freshness that becomes the focus of the entire tasting experience.
How it is produced
The process begins with gentle pressing of the bunches and static cold decantation. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, maintaining the tension and aromatic purity. The wine then undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle according to the principles of the Traditional Method, with ageing on the lees for at least thirty months. This waiting period enriches the creamy structure, enhancing the complexity of flavour and providing a perfect balance between savouriness and roundness on the palate.
History and Curiosities
The Franciacorta DOCG Blanc Extra Brut 2020 from Contadi Castaldi harmoniously blends Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco from vines over thirty years old. Aged for at least 30 months on the lees, it reveals a lively perlage and a refined bouquet of citrus, almond and chalk. The vibrant freshness and elegant creamy structure culminate in a persistent and savoury finish, ideal for accompanying exquisite raw seafood. A prestigious Lombard Metodo Classico, acclaimed by international critics for its extraordinary harmony and pronounced minerality.
Awards
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2020
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1987
- Oenologist: Gian Luca Uccelli
- Bottles produced: 1.600.000
- Hectares: 174
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| Name | Contadi Castaldi Franciacorta Blanc Extra Brut 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | White extra brut |
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Bianco |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Contadi Castaldi |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Franciacorta DOCG Blanc Extra Brut 2020 from Contadi Castaldi harmoniously blends Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco from vines over thirty years old. Aged for at least 30 months on the lees, it reveals a lively perlage and a refined bouquet of citrus, almond and chalk. The vibrant freshness and elegant creamy structure culminate in a persistent and savoury finish, ideal for accompanying exquisite raw seafood. A prestigious Lombard Metodo Classico, acclaimed by international critics for its extraordinary harmony and pronounced minerality. |
| Origin | Franciacorta, Lombardy, Italy |
| Cultivation system | Guyot, Casarsa, spurred cordon, Sylvoz |
| Plants per hectare | Guyot 5000 vines/ha, Casarsa 2500 vines/ha, spur-pruned cordon 5000 vines/ha, Sylvoz 3000 vines/ha |
| Yield per hectare | 100 q/ha |
| Harvest | Started on 14 August and finished on 30 August |
| Fermentation | 20 days |
| Production technique | Classic method (traditional method / champenoise) |
| Wine making | Gentle pressing; cold static decantation; inoculation with selected yeasts; 20-day fermentation in stainless steel. |
| Aging | Aged for at least 30 months on the lees in the bottle |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |