Montenisa (Antinori)
Franciacorta Brut Saten Donna Cora 2022
| Denomination | DOCG Franciacorta Saten Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 75% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Second fermentation in the bottle with ageing on the lees for 60 months |
- Designation and area: Franciacorta DOCG Satèn, Lombardy, located south of Lake Iseo
- Grape varieties and strength: Chardonnay with Pinot Noir, brut sparkling wine with an alcohol content of 12%
- Traditional method: fermentation in steel and barriques, followed by secondary fermentation in the bottle
- Ageing on the lees: 60 months to achieve a creamy mousse and a fine, persistent perlage
- Tasting notes: hints of flowers, peach, and almond; serve at 7-9 °C with fish and white meats
Description
What type of wine it is
The Donna Cora Satèn by Montenisa is a white wine from Lombardy that perfectly embodies the essence of Franciacorta. Produced following the strict criteria of the Metodo Classico (Traditional Method), it is born from a refined blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. In the glass, it is distinguished by a dense and velvety mousse, enriched by a fine and persistent perlage. The bouquet offers delicate floral notes, white peach and a slight nuance of almond, while on the palate it proves to be harmonious, supported by a lively and enveloping freshness.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the Montenisa Estate, located south of Lake Iseo in the heart of Lombardy, in Cazzago San Martino. The favourable microclimate of this area allows the grapes to ripen optimally, developing a clear and deep aromatic profile. This territory is ideal for the Metodo Classico, where the winemaking vocation aims to achieve an impeccable balance of flavour.
How it is produced
Production begins with a soft pressing of whole bunches to extract only the free-run Chardonnay must. The first fermentation takes place partly in steel tanks and partly in small barrels, giving the wine greater structure and complexity. In the following spring, the second fermentation in the bottle begins according to the Metodo Classico. This is followed by long ageing on the lees for sixty months, a fundamental step to achieve that gustatory harmony and silky creaminess that characterise the Satèn style.
History and interesting facts
Donna Cora Satèn originates from the Montenisa Estate of the Marchesi Antinori, located south of Lake Iseo. This award-winning sparkling wine from the Franciacorta DOCG boasts significant accolades from international critics, testifying to an excellence born in one of the most favourable areas of the wine region from a geo-climatic perspective.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1999
- Oenologist: Renzo Cotarella, Giorgio Oddi
- Bottles produced: 500.000
- Hectares: 60
The most important building is undoubtedly the 'Palazzetto Maggi' built in the 16th century and frescoed by the Lattanzio Gambara (1530-1574) from Brescia. This building is located in the centre of two large courtyards enclosed by porticoes.
The small church of Santo Stefano is also part of the estate. It is on the hill of the same name and overlooks the village: immersed in greenery amidst vineyards, this thousand-year-old parish church, with its Greek-cross plan, has for centuries preserved the tombs of the local noble Calini family. Read more
| Name | Marchese Antinori Tenuta Montenisa Franciacorta Brut Saten Donna Cora 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | White brut |
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 75% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Montenisa (Antinori) |
| Story | History and interesting facts Donna Cora Satèn originates from the Montenisa Estate of the Marchesi Antinori, located south of Lake Iseo. This award-winning sparkling wine from the Franciacorta DOCG boasts significant accolades from international critics, testifying to an excellence born in one of the most favourable areas of the wine region from a geo-climatic perspective. |
| Origin | Cazzago San Martino, Brescia |
| Fermentation | 60 months |
| Production technique | Traditional method (second fermentation in the bottle) |
| Wine making | Whole Chardonnay bunches were subjected to gentle pressing; the free-run must (first pressing) underwent its first alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks and small barriques; in the spring of the following year, the second fermentation began in the bottle, with ageing on the lees for 60 months. |
| Aging | Second fermentation in the bottle with ageing on the lees for 60 months |
| Total acidity | 4.9 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 1.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |