Franciacorta Nature DOCG LANTIERI DE PARATICO

The Lantieri winery, a reference for the tradition of Franciacorta. It produces this sensational DOCG sparkling wine through the vinification of Chardonnay grapes for 80%, Pinot Noir grapes for 20%. The origin of the vineyards of Chardonnay falls within the company scope and involves the use of only grapes from vines of average age 18 years; the Pinot Noir vines of average age 14 years. The vinification involves the soft pressing of the grapes, fermentation in steel vats and in small oak barrels at a controlled temperature. After fermentation, the wine is kept in contact with yeasts through a bâtonnage operation. Subsequently, Franciacorta is prepared for the tirage with which it begins the refermentation in bottle and aging on lees for at least 30 months. The permanence in bottle in contact with yeasts extends for a period of not less than 30 months.

Characteristics of this Franciacorta Nature

The appearance of the sparkling wine has a pale golden yellow color with a subtle perlage. The aroma is fresh, citrus and mineral, with notes of white fruit, bread crust and delicate nuances of balsamic herbs. The taste is dry, long, very fresh and mineral, with a citrus persistence.

Recommended pairings tasting this Lombard wine

A sparkling wine of Franciacorta DOCG perfect to be tasted throughout the meal, especially in combination with first and second fish dishes. The optimal serving temperature is 8 ºC. The temperature is 10 ºC.