Le Marchesine
Franciacorta Secolo Novo Brut Millesimato Magnum 2013
| Denomination | DOCG Franciacorta Millesimato Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | The bottles are stacked in ageing rooms at controlled temperatures (12-14 °C) for at least 36 months. |
- Magnum Format 1.5 L: Franciacorta Brut Millesimato 2013 Le Marchesine
- Grape Variety and Origin: 100% Chardonnay from Cussago, Colle La Santissima, limestone soil
- Production Method: indigenous yeasts, fermentation at 17-19 °C, aged 54 months on the lees
- Sensory Characteristics: very fine perlage, hints of honey and flowers, savoury finish with notes of flint
- Pairings and Serving: serve at 8-9 °C in a large glass; ideal for raw seafood and shellfish
Description
What kind of wine it is
Franciacorta Secolo Novo Brut by Le Marchesine is an outstanding wine produced exclusively from Chardonnay grapes using the Traditional Method. This sparkling wine stands out for its fine and persistent perlage, accompanied by a delicate mousse and a slender yet well-structured body. On the nose, it offers a broad and refined bouquet, characterised by honeyed notes, floral hints, saline nuances and touches of pear. On the palate, the Chardonnay reveals great dryness and enveloping character, finishing with a saline and mineral aftertaste enriched by hints of flint and sweet spices.
Where it comes from
The grapes that give life to this wine grow on the Colle La Santissima in Cussago, a prime area within Franciacorta, in Lombardy. The vineyards are rooted in a rocky and calcareous subsoil, a fundamental element that imparts the pronounced mineral character and distinct savouriness that define it. The rows are managed using the Guyot training system, with a planting density designed to ensure balanced yields and preserve the high aromatic concentration of the bunches.
How it is produced
Harvesting is done by hand, followed by gentle pressing of whole bunches to extract only the free-run must. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature; the wine is then cooled to prevent malolactic fermentation and preserve its natural freshness. The secondary fermentation in the bottle is followed by a long ageing on the lees for 54 months, essential for giving the wine its complex and refined structure. The process concludes with a Brut dosage, which defines its harmonious balance.
History and Curiosities
Born in 1995, the Franciacorta Secolo Novo embodies the pure excellence of Le Marchesine. This prestigious Magnum 2013 is matured using the Classic Method for a full 54 months on the lees, developing a captivating elegance. Its extraordinary ageing potential ensures a superb evolution, capable of continuing well beyond its already lengthy stay in the cellar. Highly acclaimed by critics, it has received the Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, the Cinque Grappoli from Bibenda, and the Quattro Viti from the AIS Vitae guide, making this brilliant vintage a truly memorable experience.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Start up year: 1985
- Oenologist: Jean Pierre Valade
- Bottles produced: 425.000
- Hectares: 51
| Name | Le Marchesine Franciacorta Secolo Novo Brut Millesimato Magnum 2013 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green brut |
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Le Marchesine |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in 1995, the Franciacorta Secolo Novo embodies the pure excellence of Le Marchesine. This prestigious Magnum 2013 is matured using the Classic Method for a full 54 months on the lees, developing a captivating elegance. Its extraordinary ageing potential ensures a superb evolution, capable of continuing well beyond its already lengthy stay in the cellar. Highly acclaimed by critics, it has received the Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, the Cinque Grappoli from Bibenda, and the Quattro Viti from the AIS Vitae guide, making this brilliant vintage a truly memorable experience. |
| Origin | Colle La Santissima di Cussago (Franciacorta, Lombardy, Italy) |
| Soil composition | Calcareous soil |
| Plants per hectare | 4,000–4,500 vines/ha |
| Yield per hectare | Circa 8.000 kg per ettaro |
| Fermentation temperature | 17 9 °C |
| Fermentation | 54 months |
| Production technique | Traditional method (bottle fermentation) |
| Wine making | Vinification in white with pneumatic press and gentle pressing of whole bunches, using only the first fraction. Static cold settling and separation from impurities, fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 17 9°C with indigenous yeasts to preserve the flavour and aromas of Franciacorta. Racking and lowering the temperature to around 10°C to prevent malolactic fermentation. After the addition of the liqueur de tirage, bottling with crown cap and secondary fermentation in bottle (traditional method). |
| Aging | The bottles are stacked in ageing rooms at controlled temperatures (12 4 °C) for at least 36 months. |
| Residual sugar | 5.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |