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2015 Berlucchi "61" Franciacorta Nature

2015 Berlucchi "61" Franciacorta Nature

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Review Date: 06/2023
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Bright and saline, this zero-dosage fizz demands food to get the best out of it. Doughy notes with earthy baked apple and stone fruit hints leads to a compact palate which mirrors the nose, with an added touch of demerara sugar and sweet spices which takes this into apple crumble territory. The leesy, briochey finish is balanced by fine bubbles and good acidity. (JB)

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Review Date: 03/2023
A fragrant, leesy version, with a fine, satiny mousse and aromas and flavors of poached apricot, yogurt, crushed almond and anise structured by firm acidity. Chardonnay and Pinot Nero. (AN)

Notes

The Berlucchi "61" Franciacorta Nature represents the essence of Franciacorta's terroir, crafted with a zero-dosage approach to highlight the natural purity of the region’s grapes. Named after the year 1961, when Guido Berlucchi and Franco Ziliani pioneered Franciacorta's sparkling wine production, this wine pays tribute to the origin of Italy's renowned sparkling wine region. Made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced from the estate's best vineyards, the Nature expression undergoes extended aging on the lees for at least five years, resulting in a wine with complex aromas of green apple, citrus zest, almonds, and a touch of toasted bread. The palate is dry and precise, with vibrant acidity, a fine perlage, and a long, mineral-driven finish that reflects the region's limestone-rich soils. The Berlucchi "61" Franciacorta Nature is perfect for wine enthusiasts who appreciate a bone-dry sparkling wine, and it pairs beautifully with sashimi, shellfish, or lightly seasoned white meats. Its pure expression offers an authentic taste of Franciacorta’s natural elegance and winemaking heritage.

Product Details

Origin: Lombardy, Italy

Type/Varietal: Chardonnay

SKU: #1787583