“Cuvée Imperiale” Franciacorta DOCG brut

Guido Berlucchi | Lombardy
Guido Berlucchi & C. S.p.A. | Piazza Duranti 4 | IT 25040 Corte Franca

04080300 · 0,75 l · 33,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

In 1961, Guido Berlucchi and the young Oenologist Franco Ziliani made history: the very first Franciacorta was produced in Borgonato di Corte Franca. This pioneering spirit grew into an institution, and in 2022 Gambero Rosso named the house ‘Winery of the Year’. The Cuvée Imperiale blends Chardonnay (90%) and Pinot Nero (10%) from the finest vineyards across all 19 Franciacorta municipalities. Gentle pressing, fermentation in stainless steel, followed by blending in the spring with 10% reserve wines from the finest vintages. The wine matures on the lees for at least 18 months, followed by a further two months after disgorgement.

Pale straw yellow with greenish highlights. The bouquet reveals ripe fruit, white flowers and subtle yeasty notes with a hint of bread crust. On the palate: precise, full-bodied, with lively acidity and fine bubbles. A versatile classic – perfect as an aperitif, with seafood or white meat. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lemony aromas on the nose, with notes of red apple, skin, cherries and floral undertones. Pithy palate with a soft texture." Decanter