Franciacorta DOCG Cabochon Brut "Fuoriserie n° 022" Monte Rossa

Franciacorta Cabochon Fuoriserie n. 22 di Monte Rossa is the new name of this splendid bubble born from an experimentation that began in 1985 and has now become one of the most prestigious labels of the entire denomination. No longer simply Cabochon, but Cabochon Fuoriserie n.22 to underline the achievement of the 22nd corporate cuvée. It is produced with a careful selection of the best Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from the vineyards grown in the Pratone, Barek, Brolo, Palo, Nespoli parcels.

• Procedure: At the end of the soft pressing, each single vine is fermented separately in small oak barrels. The base wines rest for a few months in wood before the final assembly, with the addition of 20% of reserve wines. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle according to the Classic Method, with a stop on milk for at least 42 months.
• Characteristics: In the glass it is light yellow with a very fine and persistent. The olfactory profile expresses aromas of citrus fruits, tangerine peel, candied fruit, honeyed softness, nuances of medicinal herbs and balsamic touches. The sip is long, intense, complex and ample, with a balanced and savory finish. Elegance and structure are found in the glass for a bubble that truly honors Monte Rossa and its history.
• Pairings: appetizers, shellfish, oysters, raw fish and fish in type.

SIZE / WEIGHT: 0.75L bottles.

ORIGIN: Lombardy.

GRAPES: 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir.

ALCOHOL: 12.5% vol.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: Temperature between 8/10°C.

STORAGE METHOD: in place cool and away from sunlight.

SPECIFIC NOTES: Contains sulphites.

PRODUCER: Società Agricola Monte Rossa srl - Bornato (BS).

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The rolling hills of Franciacorta stretch between Lake Iseo, Monte Orfano and the River Oglio. The morainic origin gives the land an extraordinary mineral richness which constitutes the distinctive element of a viticulture of excellence, that of Franciacorta, produced according to the classic method of refermentation in the bottle in the variations foreseen by the DOCG. The hills of Franciacorta are dotted of vineyards and cellars that can be visited to approach the world of wine, understand its secrets and taste products born of passion, tradition and, why not, innovation too. Each glass is a world unto itself, each bubble tells a story of dedication and wisdom. The sun, the climate and the earth complete the work of art.