Year-end toast, discovering the Franciacorta Antica Fratta
Satén, Brut, Dry or Doux?
The eternal indecision! The various nuances that Franciacorta can take on are many and delicate, and sometimes a daring pairing can be fatal. In a festive atmosphere like the Christmas season, sparkling wine is irreplaceable on our tables. However, there are bubbles and bubbles, and Franciacorta knows a thing or two about that.
La Cantina Antica Fratta
Antica Fratta, a winery among wineries, produces quality and prestigious sparkling wines of absolute elegance and uniqueness. It boasts ownership of one of the most historic villas in this precious Italian area, first acquired by Cavalier Rossetti in search of a residence that would allow him to build spectacular cellars in the rock, and then restored by Ziliani, the father of Franciacorta. The softness of silk and a satin color.
Vino Spumante Saten
The Antica Fratta Essence Satén DOCG bursts on the nose with citrus notes and envelops the palate with a creamy foam and an elegant structure lent by Chardonnay. A splendid pairing with seafood appetizers or very delicate fish first courses.
Vino Spumante Brut
For more classic palates, Antica Fratta Brut DOCG, pure Chardonnay – this is a sans année, meaning the base wines for the blend come from different vintages. Fine and persistent, it presents itself on the nose with exuberant fragrant notes. Ideal for exquisite aperitifs.
Vino Spumante Essence Rosè
Pinot Nero dominates in the Antica Fratta Essence Rosé DOCG, which with its 36 months of bottle aging develops an intense bouquet of captivating red fruits and a pleasant structure. It pairs excellently with first courses and very flavorful fish dishes.
Vino Spumante Quintessence
Antica Fratta Quintessence DOCG is the crown jewel of the maison. 85% Chardonnay and the remainder Pinot Nero, it is almost a Franciacorta for "meditation". Complex and broad, with exotic fruit and aromatic nuances that we also find on the palate alongside an impressive structure. Persistent, its bubbles gift us a delicate foam full of emotion. The style of the winery is undoubtedly an elegant one, consistent with the quality with which they produce these wonderful products. Elegance and passion is a pairing that accompanies the hard and patient work of sparkling wine production.
Italian bubbles for the year that is about to arrive
To close the departing year in style, it is essential to uncork some bubbles capable of wishing us a new year full of exciting wines. Franciacorta, besides being a source of Italian pride, is also an eclectic product capable of fulfilling the desires of every palate with its diverse styles.
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