Monte Rossa
Franciacorta Flamingo Rosè Brut Magnum
| Denomination | DOCG Franciacorta Rosé Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 60% Pinot Nero, 40% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Minimum 24 months. |
Description
Franciacorta Rosé Brut Magnum, produced by Monte Rossa, an icon of Franciacorta, with no vintage indicated. A sparkling rosé that celebrates the excellence of the Italian classic method, in a 1.5-liter magnum format. It offers aromas of blackcurrant jam, rose petals, raspberry candy, and a fragrant finish. A tribute to rural tradition, combined with technology and the pursuit of excellence. A substantial palate, with a noble mousse and a delicious fruity progression; a clean and highly satisfying finish.
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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 Flamingo Rosè Brut Magnum |
|---|---|
| Type | Rosé brut |
| Denomination | Franciacorta DOCG |
| Size | 1,50 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 60% Pinot Nero, 40% Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Monte Rossa |
| Origin | Franciacorta Docg, Morainic Hills of Bornato, Brescia, Cellatica, Erbusco, Monterotondo, Provaglio, Provezze, Cologne, Passirano, Adro (BS) |
| Soil composition | Glacial moraine in the Monte Rossa hilly area, plus some sandy and clayey soils. |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon 70 cm from the ground, Guyot. |
| Plants per hectare | 5,000. |
| Yield per hectare | Max 9,500kg/hl |
| Harvest | Selection of grapes in the vineyard with manual harvesting in boxes. |
| Wine making | Soft pressing of the grapes with selection of the best part of the grapes for no more than 55% of the yield. Each cru is vinified in purity. Fermentation: one part in steel vats at controlled temperature and one part in oak barrels. |
| Aging | Minimum 24 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |