Contadi Castaldi Franciacorta Brut DOCG

Italy, Lombardy, Franciacorta, Franciacorta DOCG
Bottle
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