{"product_id":"le-marchesine-franciacorta-secolo-novo-brut-millesimato-2016","title":"Le Marchesine Franciacorta Secolo Novo Brut Millesimato 2016","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFranciacorta Secolo Novo Brut by Le Marchesine is an elegant sparkling wine made using the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced from \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, it displays a straw yellow colour enlivened by a fine and continuous perlage. The aromatic profile blends notes of \u003cstrong\u003etoasted hazelnut\u003c\/strong\u003e, candied citron and honey, enriched by hints of menthol and floral nuances. On the palate, it is dry and slender-bodied, able to balance lively acidic tension with a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003emineral savouriness\u003c\/strong\u003e, culminating in a clean and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes for this Franciacorta originate from the slopes of \u003cstrong\u003eLa Santissima hill\u003c\/strong\u003e in Cussago. The vines sink their roots into \u003cstrong\u003elimestone rock soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fundamental geological element that imparts clear saline traits to the wine. The cultivation involves a high planting density to encourage aromatic concentration in the fruit. During harvest, the grapes are \u003cstrong\u003ehand-picked\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving the integrity of the bunches until pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification begins with gentle pressing of the \u003cstrong\u003ewhole bunches\u003c\/strong\u003e, extracting only the free-run must. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel at controlled temperature with indigenous yeasts. The must is cooled to prevent malolactic fermentation and preserve freshness. Bottled for secondary fermentation, the wine undergoes a long \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e for fifty-four months, a period that refines its \u003cstrong\u003earomatic complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e and creamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaunched in 1995, Franciacorta Millesimato Secolo Novo celebrates the winemaking mastery of the Biatta family, who have pursued excellence for five generations. Created by \u003cstrong\u003eLe Marchesine\u003c\/strong\u003e, this 2015 Metodo Classico is aged for an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e54 months on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing an extremely fine perlage and extraordinary elegance. Made from Chardonnay grapes grown on the La Santissima hill, it combines lively mineral savouriness with a rounded and enveloping flavour. Winner of numerous awards from prestigious guides such as Gambero Rosso, it offers a \u003cstrong\u003elong and elegant finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, a true expression of prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Le Marchesine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47733038317739,"sku":"62477","price":297.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-hk\/products\/le-marchesine-franciacorta-secolo-novo-brut-millesimato-2016","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}