Contadi Castaldi Franciacorta Brut Saten 2021 - 6 Bottles

Contadi Castaldi Franciacorta Brut Satèn embodies the silkiest and most refined essence of the Brescia territory, offering in this exclusive selection of six bottles a sensory journey guided by the purity of the Chardonnay grape variety alone. The grapes, harvested in the vineyards of Adro, combine the freshness of the Sottomonte hill with the grace of the Erbusco slopes, growing on calcareous soils and eastern terraces that give the wine an impeccable structure, enriched by spicy and ripe fruit notes. Crafted according to the rigorous Metodo Classico, the wine undergoes soft pressing, a first fermentation between stainless steel and barrique for seven months, and a slow secondary fermentation in the bottle with a long aging on the lees of thirty-to-thirty-six months, the secret of its unmistakable creaminess. Upon opening, this prestigious cuvée reveals a fine and persistent perlage, releasing clean aromas of hawthorn, rennet apple, and bread crust, nuanced by balsamic notes and light toast; on the palate, it proves soft, fresh, and mineral, ideal for enhancing raw seafood and shellfish. Housed in this elegant package that celebrates the dynamic and contemporary vision of the winery founded by Vittorio Moretti, each vintage is embellished with an orange foil detail on the label, a seal of style and quality perfect for sharing or keeping in your cellar.

Tasting Notes

Perlage
Fine and persistent

Aroma
The nose is fresh and elegant, with clean aromas of hawthorn, bread crust, balsamic notes, nuances of rennet apple, dried figs, and peanuts.

Taste
Soft and enveloping entry, not sweet; fresh and pleasant taste with creamy, well-integrated bubbles; harmonious balance between acidity and softness; long and clean finish, with hints of dried fruit and mineral sensations.

Colour
Straw yellow

Producer

Contadi Castaldi is one of the most famous wineries in Franciacorta that has managed to create a perfect blend of modernity, experimentation, and excellence. It was founded in 1991 by Vittorio Moretti, already founder of the Bellavista winery, in Adro: there the well-known entrepreneur transformed an old furnace into a sparkling wine house. The long galleries and large spaces once used for baking bricks were perfect for aging sparkling wines, quickly becoming one of the most innovative and vital centers in the area. Although this is a young winery, it is the fruit of the long-standing experience and love of wine of the Moretti family. The merit of Contadi Castaldi's Franciacorta Contadi Castaldi production lies in having succeeded in deepening the concept of satèn, a term that indicates brut blanc de blancs sparkling wines, characterized by a lower pressure inside the bottle, which makes them creamy and silky, thanks to the presence of light, soft bubbles. xtraWine dedicates a large section to Contadi Castaldi products, proposing only labels from the best vintages, with an aging capacity ranging from 5 up to 15 years. All the Contadi Castaldi bottles on xtraWine recall the inventive spirit of a company that, more than any other, has managed to specialize in the field of innovation.

Food Pairings

Ideal as an aperitif, the silky texture of this Satèn naturally enhances raw seafood, shellfish, and sushi. Its refined freshness elegantly accompanies appetizers, cream of vegetable soups, and fresh cheeses. A harmonious vintage wine that enhances fish dishes without overpowering their delicate flavors, for a memorable experience with every glass.

• Fish
• Shellfish
• Cheese
• Appetizers
• Soft cheese
• Sushi

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