2016 Guido Berlucchi "61 Nature" Franciacorta, Brut Nature, Lombardy, Italy

ABOUT THIS WINE

The whole clusters are pressed gently and slowly, yielding various fractions of must. Fermentation is in steel, then the finest lots mature sur lie in oak barrels for 6 months. In the Spring following the harvest, the cuvée is assembled, with 100% of the wine of that harvest. The blend re-ferments in the final bottle and matures sur lie a minimum of 5 years, followed by a further 6 months’ bottle-ageing after disgorging.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

The territory of Franciacorta is unique and what makes it so special is a mix of natural gifts combined with a know-how handed down across the centuries. The morainic soil, the mild microclimate due to the proximity of Lake Iseo and the fresh breezes of Val Camonica combine to create unique conditions for growing vines.