Opera Metodo Classico Brut

Description

Classic method brut sparkling wine, produced by Le Marchesine in Lombardy. Blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, and Pinot Noir. 0.75L bottle. A Franciacorta that embodies the elegance and sophistication of the region, with a history dating back to 1985. Fragrant aromas recall acacia blossoms, linden, and even toasted bread. Smooth, fresh, and lively flavor that lingers beautifully in the mouth. A fine, persistent perlage accompanies every sip.

Details

Perfume

Fragrant bouquet reminiscent of acacia flowers, lime and even toasted bread.

Taste

A soft, fresh and lively taste that lingers perfectly in the mouth.

Serve at:

06 - 08 °C.

Longevity:

05 - 10 years

Producer

Producer

Le Marchesine

From this winery

• Start up year: 1985
• Oenologist: Jean Pierre Valade
• Bottles produced: 425.000
• Hectares: 51

Le Marchesine is a well-known winery located in the heart of Franciacorta, owned by the Biatta family. The winery, which has been in business for 4 generations, boasts some 47 hectares of vineyards, dedicated essentially to Guyot vine cultivation. They mainly produce Franciacorta Docg Brut and Franciacorta Le Marchesine, alongside a discreet production of Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. The bottles of Le Marchesine Franciacorta featured on Xtrawine have been selected from the best vintages of 2010 and 2013 with an ageing capacity ranging from 5 to 10 years, perfect to accompany your fish, pasta and cheese dishes. The Cantina Le Marchesine has approximately 2500 metres of underground space dedicated to the refinement and storage of the bottles. Made using state-of-the-art machinery, they produce Franciacorta Le Marchesine that are distinguished by their fresh, soft character and elegant perlage, a characteristic that makes them particularly popular in Belgium, France, Germany, the United States, Eritrea and Canada. Xtrawine offers bottles of the mbest vintages of 2013 and 2014 made from varieties such as: Nebbiolo, Blend Rosso and Sangiovese. Read more

Lombardy

Technical Sheet

Name	Le Marchesine Opera Metodo Classico Brut
Type	White classic method sparkling wine brut
Denomination	VSQ
Size	0,75 l
Alcohol content	12.0% by volume
Grape varieties	Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Nero
Country	Italy
Region	Lombardy
Vendor	Le Marchesine
Origin	Passirano (BS).
Harvest	It is a classic cuvée obtained from Pinot bianco, Pinot nero and Chardonnay grapes, harvested by hand in small baskets and vinified within 2 - 3 hours from the harvest.
Wine making	The must is fermented for a few days in steel tanks at a controlled temperature (17 8 ° C) in order to maintain and preserve the best aromas and flavors. The second fermentation takes place in rooms at a constant temperature, slowly in order to favour the development of tiny bubbles.
Allergens	Contains sulphites