“Vintage Collection” Franciacorta DOCG 2020 dosage zéro

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

04050320 · 0,75 l · 77,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

Vintage Collection dosage zéro is the purist expression of what Franciacorta can be – and Ca' del Bosco shows how far this claim can be taken when precision and patience work together. No dosage, no compromises – just the essence of grape, terroir and time. The cuvée of Chardonnay, Pinot Nero and Pinot Bianco comes exclusively from vineyards selected for their expression, depth and freshness. Hand-picked in small crates, gentle pressing, fermentation and ageing of the base wines in barriques – all under maximum oxidation protection. This is followed by tirage and maturation on the lees for over 48 months in the bottle. Disgorged without any added sugar – the pure backbone of the vintage.

Light gold in the glass, brilliant, with a razor-sharp, unagitated perlage. Vibrant and cool on the nose: salty citrus notes, white pepper, roasted hazelnuts, chalk, a hint of dried herbs. No dazzle – just depth and tension. Uncompromisingly clear on the palate, with a taut, precise texture, high energy and an almost ascetic minerality. The fruit remains restrained, the structure carries. The final: long, stony, cool – an echo of the soil, not the wood. Dosage zéro is not a wine that wants to seduce. It doesn't explain, it shows, and those who listen will understand: This is Franciacorta on a par with the great terroir sparkling wines of Europe. Puristic, upright and a quiet masterpiece. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright golden yellow; inviting nose; powerful, juicy acidity, balanced, deep, beautiful length." (JLF) Merum

"A light-bodied version that offers a soft texture, with deep, rich notes of coffee liqueur and crystallised honey underlining the glazed mandarin, poached peach, lemon thyme and toasted notes. The refreshing finish is characterised by a hint of saltiness." Wine Spectator

"The 2020 Franciacorta Vintage Collection Dosage Zéro shows razor-sharp precision with a cascade of gravel minerality that opens the stage for citrus peel and mint nuances. On the palate, it has an edgy personality that is further emphasised by a burst of acidity. The wine has an almost salty character and leaves a tart hint of green apple on the finish." Vinous

"A multi-layered and rich sparkling wine with aromas of ripe, almost exotic fruit, pineapple and strawberry cake. On the balanced palate, it has fine bubbles, a medium body, zesty acidity and flavours of light green apples. Citrus fruits and pastries on the long finish." James Suckling