La Montina Franciacorta Extra Brut NV

91 points, Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Spectator
Acacia flower, chamomile, bread crust and a whiff apricot set the tone on this refined sparkler. Reflecting the nose, the fresh polished palate offers juicy white grapefruit, creamy yellow apple and a hint of white almond alongside an elegant perlage. The crisp dry finish closes on a saline note.

About the Wine & From the Producer
The grapes come from vineyards located in soils of recent morainic origin, shallow soils with pebbles, particularly suitable for producing fresh grapes with good acidity. The handpicked bunches at the height of their organoleptic characteristics followed the same procedure as the basic Franciacorta Brut with selection of the first fractions obtained from the pressing. Franciacorta Extra Brut has a pale yellow color with greenish reflections and a fine perlage. On the palate it is dry, immediate, with a lively freshness, with good flavor and minerality. The nose reveals the typical scents of citrus flowers and fresh fruit. Ideal as an aperitif based on oysters, raw prawns, tempura and Grana Padano.

 Franciacorta DOCG 
GRAPES VARIETY: 80% Chardonnay - 20% Pinot Nero