“Cuvée Prestige Edizione 48” Franciacorta DOCG extra brut

Ca' del Bosco | Lombardy
Ca' del Bosco S.r.l. s.a. | Via Albano Zanella 13 | IT 25030 Erbusco

04051448 · 0,75 l · 48,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

The 48th edition of a wine that began in 1976 as a Franciacorta Pinot and has been continuously refined ever since. Since 2017, each bottling has borne its edition number – a commitment to transparency and to the uniqueness of each blend. The current blend combines 88% from the 2023 vintage with 10% reserve wines from 2022 and 2% from 2021, lending the wine both freshness and depth. The cuvée is sourced from 240 certified organic vineyards in Franciacorta: 80.5% Chardonnay for elegance and structure, 18% Pinot Nero for body and hints of red fruit, and 1.5% Pinot Bianco for aromatic finesse. Each grape passes through the estate's own washing and drying system before being gently processed. The base wines mature for seven months in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks; secondary fermentation takes place in the bottle, followed by 25 months' ageing on the lees.

In the glass, it glows a straw-yellow colour with green-gold highlights, interspersed with the finest, persistent bubbles. The nose reveals citrus blossom, white peach and subtle notes of brioche. On the palate, it is creamy yet firm, with lively acidity and a mineral finish. The dosage of just 1.5 g/l emphasises the purity of the terroir. The iconic orange paper? It's not a marketing gimmick – but UV protection for this precise, unadulterated Franciacorta. SUPERIORE.DE

"A warm, medium-bright golden yellow; a sweet, inviting nose with notes of yellow fruit; juicy, fruity, lively and very pleasant." (JLF) Merum

"A brilliant straw-yellow colour with fine bubbles. Fresh and inviting on the nose. Fresh notes of lemon, quince and bergamot go hand in hand with subtle aromas of brioche and almond biscuits. On the palate, it is very juicy, slightly full-bodied, with a fine effervescence and good pressure. Creamy and well-balanced right through to final lingering final." Falstaff

"The sinfully fresh Extra Brut Franciacorta Cuvée Prestige 48 Edizione bursts from the glass with a captivating blend of crushed green apples, candied lime, basil and hints of fermented ginger. The wine feels silky, with a wave of gentle bubbles balanced by a core of zesty acidity, whilst crisp fruit notes wash over the palate. The finish is long and full of tension, leaving a salty, mineral aftertaste on the palate." Vinous

"A lively sparkling wine offering an enticing blend of white peach, black cherry, toasty notes, mandarin peel and delicate hints of dried thyme and white flowers. Harmonious, with a fine, lively effervescence and a long-lasting, mineral finish." Wine Spectator

"This is its calling card, and with every sip it lives up to that name. Notes of baked bread, roasted pear, warmed honey and toasted nuts overlay a core of genuine depth and energy, which sets the tone whilst simultaneously raising the bar. Full-bodied and built to last, it unfolds with the ease and confidence of something that has been made many times over and perfected in the process." Wine Enthusiast