Monte Rossa
Franciacorta Cabochon Millesimato Brut 2016
| Denomination | DOCG Franciacorta Millesimato Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Over 54 months |
- Vintage and origin: 2016, morainic hills of Bornato in the Franciacorta DOCG denomination
- Grape composition: 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir for a harmonious Brut
- Production technique: gentle pressing, separate vinification of the crus, fermentation in wood
- Ageing: over 54 months on the lees for a fine and persistent perlage, remarkable refinement
- Aromas and pairings: hints of hazelnut and pastry, ideal with fish dishes and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
This Franciacorta, with its intense golden yellow colour, stands out for its fine and persistent perlage. Crafted according to the strict principles of the Traditional Method, it is born from a harmonious blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. On the nose, it reveals complex hints of hazelnut, pastry and sultanas, enriched by subtle toasted notes of coffee. The palate is broad and generous, with a fresh and savoury finish that recalls lively nuances of exotic fruit.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the hills of Bornato, in the heart of Franciacorta. The Monte Rossa vineyards are located south of Lake Iseo, in a transitional area towards the Po Valley. The soils of glacial moraine origin and the local microclimate, tempered by constant thermal exchange currents, create the ideal environment for vine cultivation. The agronomic management follows the spur-pruned cordon and Guyot training systems, enhancing the sensory identity of this Lombardy region.
How it is produced
Production begins with a manual harvest. Following gentle pressing, only the finest fraction of the must is selected. Each individual plot is vinified separately and ferments in oak barrels between September and February. After the prise de mousse, the wine undergoes a slow ageing of over 54 months, developing an elegant and complex profile. It is ideal paired with raw fish, shellfish and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1972 on the morainic hills of Bornato, the historic Monte Rossa winery skilfully combines ancient rural tradition with the most advanced technological precision. From the vision of oenologist Emanuele Rabotti comes the Cabochon Millesimato Brut 2016, a Franciacorta of extraordinary rarity and value. Vinified separately for each cru in oak barrels and matured for over 54 months, this sparkling wine expresses sublime complexity, crowned by the highest accolades from the AIS and FIS guides.
Awards
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2016
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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2016
2This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2016
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2016
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1972
- Oenologist: Emanuele Rabotti
- Bottles produced: 500.000
- Hectares: 70
The history of Monte Rossa is starred by strategically winning decisions such as being first to abandon still wines to search for excellence in Franciacorta, or the determination to invest in technology, or again the continuous research and experimentation distinguishing this winery.
Today the Monte Rossa Company manages 70 hectars of vineyards. The different locations of cru on plots with different exposition contribute to increase the aromatic richness of grapes in such a way to make up very rich cuvée under the frame and complexity aspect. The Company production is 500.000 bottles approx. per year. Read more
| Name | Monte Rossa Franciacorta Cabochon Millesimato Brut 2016 |
|---|---|
| Type | White brut |
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Monte Rossa |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1972 on the morainic hills of Bornato, the historic Monte Rossa winery skilfully combines ancient rural tradition with the most advanced technological precision. From the vision of oenologist Emanuele Rabotti comes the Cabochon Millesimato Brut 2016, a Franciacorta of extraordinary rarity and value. Vinified separately for each cru in oak barrels and matured for over 54 months, this sparkling wine expresses sublime complexity, crowned by the highest accolades from the AIS and FIS guides. |
| Origin | Morainic hills of the municipalities of Bornato, Brescia |
| Climate | The Monte Rossa hill is part of the ring of hills south of Lake Iseo that marks the beginning of the subalpine zone and separates the lake from the Po Valley; the vineyards are in an area influenced by thermal exchange air currents between the Po Valley and Lake Iseo. |
| Soil composition | Morenico glaciale |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon at 70 cm from the ground; Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 5,000 |
| Yield per hectare | Max 85 q/ha |
| Fermentation | Between September and February |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Soft pressing of the grapes with selection of the best part of the must, not exceeding 48% of the yield; each cru vinified separately; fermentation in 250-litre oak barrels between September and February. |
| Aging | Over 54 months |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |