Lombardy

Berlucchis 61 Satèn is a soft, creamy Franciacorta. In the glass it has an intense straw-yellow colour with fine, even perlage and a delicate foam. Smells of bread dough, apple pie and lemon peel, very aromatic and well structured on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

Cherry pink with a brilliant core. The bouquet is delicate and slightly toasted, with hints of hazelnuts and cherries, wild berries, delicate tea nuances. Very fruity palate, opens on ripe raspberry, draws a fine bow with a crisp melt, dry, powerful final." SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense cherry pink with a brilliant core. In the nose delicate and slightly toasted, hazelnuts and cherries, forest fruits, delicate tea nuances. Very fruity palate, opens on ripe raspberry, draws a fine bow with a crisp melt, dry, powerful final." Falstaff

Fine perlage, noble scent of light fruits, aromatic herbs and vanilla, elegant on the palate. The high-quality Cuvée Imperiale is full-fruity, stimulating, soft and persistent in taste. (superiore.de)

2017 is the second vintage of the "new" Curtefranca Rosso. It is a journey into the past of the region and the winery. This cuvée combines in a very harmonious way the fruitiness of the Merlot with the elegance of the Cabernet Franc and the fullness of the Carménère grape. A third of Cabernet Sauvignon provides backbone, structure and stability and ensures good ageing potential. Dark ruby garnet, in the nose an inviting blackberry and cherry scent with a sweet spicy note. On the palate a lively, powerful fruit and juicy tannin, already well balanced. SUPERIORE.DE

As early as 1865, the first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been continually refined by generations. Today, the Pinot Noir Noirs of the dynasty of winegrowers can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings.

Tavernetto is the third cru of the house, named after the 1.71 hectare vineyard, where the grapes develop magnificently at an altitude of 250 m to 325 m and with a south-southeast orientation. It is considered the most balanced of the Tenuta vineyards, with the most consistent positive results. The calcareous subsoil of the single vineyard site is ideal for Pinot Nero, resulting in a top quality wine with great personality.

Intense ruby garnet. Fruity on the nose with elegant, fresh notes, yet the depth and complexity of this Pinot Noir can already be guessed. In the drink full, round and fruity, the silky tannins flank its fine spice up to the elegant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Fresh, wonderfully floral bouquet, fine perlage on the palate and a strong yet creamy texture. The harmoniously integrated acidity forms the fresh basis for the complex taste. SUPERIORE.DE

Garnet red, rich and complex, with a scent of wild berries and cyclamen. Of strong, rich flavour with lots of fruitiness, fresh acidity and great elegance. A wine like silk, soulful and round. SUPERIORE.DE

Franciacorta Satèn, in this edition made from the best Chardonnay grapes of several vintages, seduces with a complex bouquet of aromas of citrus fruits and fresh yeast pastry. Wrapping and creamy on the palate, structured and harmonious, very persistent and with a nutty finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"This has a very fresh and smooth palate with honeyed pears and lemons, delivered in silky and soft mode." James Suckling

Franciacorta Millesimato Brut perfectly combines the elegance of Chardonnay and the aristocracy of Pinot Nero. Rich bouquet with memories of ripe yellow fruits. On the palate it is intensely aromatic, with very fine persistent perlage and creamy foam. This brood accompanies appetizers or the entire menu. Perfect! SUPERIORE.DE

Franciacorta Nature Dosaggio Zero, made from white vinified Pinot Nero and classic Chardonnay, was pressed from the assemblage of the best grapes and without the addition of a dosage. And this is how this pure, no-frills elegance is created. Intensely fragrant, full-bodied, balanced and persistent. Very fine and distinctive with just 1.90 g/l residual sugar. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, brilliant white gold. In the nose at first iodine, slightly yeasty, needs a lot of air and patience to open, echoes delicately with notes of wax. Very fresh on the palate, shows clear fruit with a sweet melt, no dosage, juicy in the aftertaste." Falstaff

Essence Rosé Millesimato Brut offers intense fruit, elegant complexity and balanced structure. On the nose small red berries and spicy notes, the perlage is persistent and fine, full-bodied on the palate, intense, harmonious and fresh on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright apricot with brilliant shine. Smells of rose hips, hazelnuts, slightly waxy and honey. Very polished and harmonious entry on the palate, the bubbles integrate very harmoniously, crisp fruit core, balanced, clear finish." Falstaff

Corte del Lupo Bianco celebrated its debut with the 2017 vintage, it is the successor of the classic Curtefranca Bianco, which has been popular for years. The grapes come from 11 historic vineyards planted with Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco. They are about 30 years old. Brilliant straw yellow, with a fresh apricot scent, a fine wood note and a structured, balanced taste. Spicy and round on the palate, in the finish a fine acidity, which is carried by a mineral note. SUPERIORE.DE