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“Cuvée Real” Franciacorta DOCG (2021) brut
Classic Franciacorta made from Chardonnay with aromas of ripe, tropical fruit and a hint of brioche. Fresh, dry and fine-sparkling on the palate, the ideal aperitif. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright straw yellow with a fine perlage. Inviting and subtly spicy on the nose, with flavours of juicy apple, meadow herbs and a hint of brioche and honey. Creamy mousse on the palate, very juicy and with invigorating acidity through to the finish." Falstaff
"The NV Brut Franciacorta Cuvée Real impresses with its bouquet of crushed flowers, stone dust, lemon oil and young pears. It is smooth and round on the palate, with a delicate pearl of bubbles. A balanced sweetness combines with tart citrus notes, while the white stone fruit gives way to an almondy richness towards the end. Subtle notes of brown spices linger, while inner flowers add complexity to the remarkably fresh final." Vinous
"Appealing, with a nose of ginger and peach. Ripe stone fruit flavours and crisp acidity complement the silky texture with notes of pear and lemon. Subtle spices and toasted almonds linger on the fresh finish." Decanter
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 18‑24 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2028
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
primi piatti, white meat - Total extract: 28,00 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,00 g/l
- Residual sugar: 6,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 78 mg/l
- pH value: 3,22
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Essence” Franciacorta DOCG 2018 brut
Franciacorta Millesimato brut perfectly combines the elegance of Chardonnay and the aristocracy of Pinot Nero. A rich bouquet with hints of apple, jasmine blossom, camomile and sea salt. Round and aromatic on the palate, with a very fine, persistent perlage and creamy foam. This Brut accompanies starters or the entire menu. Perfect! SUPERIORE.DE
"Greenish-yellow with silver reflections. Fresh butter, citrus fruits and herbs on the nose. Creamy note, very clear flavour, floral nuances, very pleasant and linear. Long, balsamic finish." Falstaff
"The 2018 Brut Franciacorta Essence opens with an airy blend of crushed apples, raw almonds and white flowers. It’s chiseled within, striking deeply with mineral-tinged bubbles that slowly round out and sweeten as this travels across the palate. Custard and baked pear hints linger as the 2018 finishes with medium-length and crisply refreshing." Vinous
"Fresh ripe peaches reveal a sorbet-like, soft and round texture on the palate. Gently nutty and toasty with a lot of fruit." James Suckling
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 36 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2026+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 24,30 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,40 g/l
- Residual sugar: 6,20 g/l
- pH value: 3,22
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned04110318 · 0,75 l · 38,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Essence” Franciacorta Millesimato DOCG 2020 satèn brut
Franciacorta Satèn, made from the best Chardonnay grapes of the vintage, seduces with a complex bouquet of citrus fruit flavours and fresh yeast pastries. Enveloping and creamy on the palate, structured and harmonious, very persistent and with a nutty finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"Assertive and pure apricots and almonds with fine mousse, medium body and concentration, zesty acidity and a polished finish. There is a lot of vibrancy here." James Suckling
"The 2020 Brut Franciacorta Satèn Essence offers a savory profile, opening with aromas of white smoke, spice and pear. Silky bubbles caress the palate, leading to a core of mineral-laced orchard fruits and subtle mineral notes. The finish is long and refreshing, with a lingering inner sweetness and minty undertones. This is beautifully balanced." Vinous
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 36 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2027+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 22,00 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,80 g/l
- Residual sugar: 4,80 g/l
- Sulfite: 75 mg/l
- pH value: 3,21
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned04110420 · 0,75 l · 38,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Essence Nature” Franciacorta DOCG 2020 dosaggio zero
Franciacorta brut nature, made from white Pinot Nero and classic Chardonnay, is made from the best grapes without adding any dosage. The result is this pure, straightforward, almost purist elegance. Delicately scented with lemon and honey, full-bodied, with a very fresh and persistent perlage. Very fine and distinctive with just 1.90 g/l residual sugar - one of our absolute favourites! SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Varieties: 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 36 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 20,70 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,20 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,90 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- pH value: 3,22
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned04110520 · 0,75 l · 38,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Essence” Franciacorta Rosé DOCG 2019 brut
Essence Rosé Millesimato Brut offers an exciting bouquet of almonds and white bread crust. The palate is characterised by precise fruit, elegant complexity and a balanced structure. The perlage is persistent and fine, firm body, polished mousseux, with a harmonious, fresh and long final. SUPERIORE.DE
"Brilliant medium orange colour with a fine and persistent perlage. Very complex nose of blood orange, peach, almond flavour and light floral notes. On the palate with a powerful perlage, beautiful fruit flavours and a salty, juicy final." Falstaff
"Rose petals and lavender give way to citrus-kissed peach as the 2019 Brut Rosé Franciacorta Essence evolves in the glass. Silken and round, this displays ripe wild berry fruits lifted by juicy acidity as a mineral tinge forms toward the close. The 2019 tapers off fresh yet long, leaving a tinge of licorice and spice, while the mouth is left watering for more." Vinous
read more- Grape Varieties: 55% Pinot Nero, 45% Chardonnay
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 36 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2027+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 21,00 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,20 g/l
- Residual sugar: 6,50 g/l
- pH value: 3,20
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned04112119 · 0,75 l · 41,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Essence Noir” Franciacorta DOCG 2016 extra brut
100% white vinified Pinot Nero with complex aromas, beautiful body, persistence and impressive elegance. Intense yellow with a delicate copper hue. Powerful on the palate with fine, persistent perlage and foam. With just 3 g of residual sugar, a very precise and racy Franciacorta in a class of its own. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright straw yellow with persistent perlage. In the nose with delicate smoky notes, of blood oranges and red berries as well as candied pear, fine sea salt in the aftertaste. Seems very pure on the palate, almost austere, very straightforward and with great juice, bone dry, lingers very long." Falstaff
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 36/42 months on the lees
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2027+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 21,40 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,20 g/l
- Residual sugar: 3,00 g/l
- pH value: 3,22
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Quintessence” Franciacorta Riserva DOCG 2015 extra brut
60 months bottle fermentation: The quintessence of Franciacorta and the winery's top product - full-bodied, elegant and extremely fine. The optimally developed bouquet of tropical fruit and dried fruit is manifold, the terroir and the winery's signature are unmistakable. Powerful and fresh on the palate, the taste is an explosion of nuanced flavours, the length and depth are impressive. Only 7,000 bottles of this Riserva are produced each year. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright straw yellow with a delicate copper tinge and finest perlage. In the nose beeswax, light honey, quince, a little baked apple, blueberries and candied fruits in the aftertaste. On the palate with great melting and crisp fruit, shows itself very vertical and purposeful, in the final firm pressure." Falstaff
"Over 100 months on the lees, a Chardonnay 4/5 Pinot Noir 1/5 blend. Yellow plum at the nose, then jasmine and bergamot in the background. The mouthfeel is salty, fragrant and crunchy, enhanced by a fruity return and long-lasting finish." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Varieties: 80% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 60 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
cevice, sushi, pulpo salad - Total extract: 22,00 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,50 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,20 g/l
- pH value: 3,16
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned04110615 · 0,75 l · 70,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Cuvée Real” Franciacorta DOCG (2019) brut · MAGNUM
Classic Franciacorta made from Chardonnay with aromas of ripe, tropical fruits and a little brioche. Fresh, dry and finely bubbly on the palate, the ideal aperitif. SUPERIORE.DE
"A balanced, biscuity sparkling with aromas of dried apples, lemons, pastries and toasted almonds. Medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and sleek bubbles." James Suckling
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 18‑24 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
primi piatti, white meat - Total extract: 28,00 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,00 g/l
- Residual sugar: 6,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 78 mg/l
- pH value: 3,22
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned04110817 · 1,5 l · 38,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping5 units available
"El cantinù"In the regional dialect, the locals reverently called this plant in the hills between the Lago d'Iseo and Brescia at Franciacorta. Literally translated: the giant cellar. It is almost a tunnel system that Cavaliere Luigi Rossetti dug into the rocks of the hills behind his house more than 150 years ago. The cellar tubes form a Greek cross and have a capacity of six thousand hectolitres of wine. An enormous amount for that time. From the old farmhouse, which probably came from the 16th century, he formed a stately villa and conducted a considerable wine trade here. All this splendour faded after the death of the wealthy owner and the property changed hands several times.
It was not until 1979 that the once flourishing estate was breathed back into life. Franco Zilliani, with the Guido Berlucchi winery probably one of the most important driving forces in the entire Franciacorta area, discovered the run-down estate. The cellar impressed him beyond all measure and so he planned with his team a gentle renovation of villa, cellars and vineyards. The Chardonnay (70%) and Pinot Nero grape varieties dominate, which can be vinified using the most modern methods and are then left to mature and rest in the traditional cellars. The name is supposed to recall the past time, Antica Fratta could be literally translated as "Old undergrowth" Translate. In dialect, however, it was rather the overgrown, old estate that was meant, which nature had already partly reclaimed.
Today, the claim is made here that the "Essence of Franciacorta" which is quite realistic on the Alluvian soils with a high lime content. Mineral base wines become elegant spumanti by means of the classical so-called champagne method (metodo classico), which are regularly celebrated in the highest tones in the wine critique. Perfectionist and in love with every detail, we not only work in the vineyard and vinification, but also in the exclusive bottle and packaging. The artistic capsules are more popular with collectors than some champagne capsules. SUPERIORE.DE
Facts
- Year of foundation: 1979
- Owner: Guido Berlucchi & C. Spa
- Oenologist: Arturo Zilliani
- Annual production: approx. 300,000 bottles
- Vineyard: approx. 11 hectares
- Conventional cultivation