Berlucchi Guido
'61 Franciacorta Saten Brut
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Preparation of the cuvée in the Spring following the harvest. Second fermentation in the bottle and subsequent ageing in contact with its own yeasts for at least 24 months, followed by a further 2 months after disgorging. The lower pressure in the bottle (5 atmospheres at the end), a characteristic of the Satèn type, confers elegant creaminess. |
| Product name | '61 Franciacorta Saten Brut |
| Color | Vivid straw-yellow. |
| Perfume | Rich, elegant, variegated. Hints of ripe tropical yellow fruit, which progressively become more concentrated and then evolve into notes of candied citrus. |
| Taste | On the palate it reveals a marked acidity and sapidity, it has great structure, a rare drinking pleasure that ends with a long, precise finish. |
| Pairings | Excellent as an aperitif, it is ideal with delicate risotto and fish dishes. Try it with raw ham from Sauris, Parma or San Daniele and cheeses that are not too mature. |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Country | Italy |
Description
A brut sparkling white wine from the heart of Franciacorta, 12.5% ABV, produced by Berlucchi Guido, a historic name in the world of Italian sparkling wines. 100% Chardonnay, aged on the lees for at least 24 months, a period that gives the wine a unique complexity and creaminess. The Berlucchi winery is characterized by its strong connection to its terroir. For over 50 years, this historic Italian brand has been synonymous with high-quality sparkling wine, not only in Italy but throughout the world. A fine, continuous perlage. Rich, elegant, and variegated. Hints of ripe yellow tropical fruit gradually concentrate, evolving into notes of candied citrus. On the palate, it reveals a pronounced acidity and savory character, offering great structure and a rare drinkability that concludes with a long and precise finish.
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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90/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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90/100
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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92/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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90/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Details
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C.
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Pairings
- Start up year: 1961
- Oenologist: Ferdinando dell'Aquila, Arturo Ziliani
- Bottles produced: 4.100.000
- Hectares: 130
| Name | Berlucchi '61 Franciacorta Saten Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White brut |
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Berlucchi Guido |
| Origin | 100% Chardonnay, from the most suitable vineyards in the 19 municipalities of Franciacorta |
| Yield per hectare | 9,000 kg. |
| Harvest | From the second 10 days of August to the first of September. |
| Wine making | Soft and progressive pressing of the bunches with fractionation of the must; alcoholic fermentation in steel vats. |
| Aging | Preparation of the cuvée in the Spring following the harvest. Second fermentation in the bottle and subsequent ageing in contact with its own yeasts for at least 24 months, followed by a further 2 months after disgorging. The lower pressure in the bottle (5 atmospheres at the end), a characteristic of the Satèn type, confers elegant creaminess. |
| Total acidity | 6.5 gr/L |
| PH | 3.16 |
| Residual sugar | 8.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |