Ratings
FAL 92
Identity
| Producer | Contadi Castaldi |
| Year | N/A |
| Vol | 1.5 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | 80% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Nero, 10% Pinot Bianco |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | straw yellow with greenish reflections |
| Aroma | lime blossom, citrus fruit, white peach, green pepper, fresh and elegant bouquet with notes of hawthorn, bread crust, balsamic, alpine herbs, russet apple, candied citrus peel, dried figs, roasted peanuts |
| Palate | crisp, fresh, straightforward, tasty, refined, with beautiful tension and creamy, well-integrated effervescence; harmonious balance between acidity and roundness; soft and enveloping entry |
| Finish | very pleasant, long-lasting, clean, assertive, recalling dried fruit and subtle mineral nuances |
| Food Pairing | aperitif, fish dishes, raw fish, seafood, crustaceans, mollusks, soups, vegetable purees |
| Serving Temp | 7 |
| Aging Potential | N/A |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Total Acidity | N/A |
| Sugar (g/l) | N/A |
| pH | N/A |
| Aging Process | Aged on lees in bottle for several months (typically 30-36 months for Satèn, unspecified for Brut) |
| Fermentation | Classic or Champenois method, fermentation in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | N/A |
| Soil | N/A |
| Vine Age | N/A |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-picked, ensuring quality harvest |
Interesting facts
| Contadi Castaldi was founded in 1991 by the Moretti family, known for Bellavista. It is a leading winery in Franciacorta, recognized for innovation and quality in Metodo Classico sparkling wines. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 8019433020129 |
| Weight | N/A |
| Cork | N/A |