Franciacorta DOCG wine is made from Chardonnay and/or Pinot Nero grapes; the use of Pinot Bianco is allowed up to a maximum of 50%. The production features bottle refermentation with a minimum of 18 months aging on the lees. Sale is not authorized before 25 months from the harvest. Bottle pressure must range between 5 and 6 atmospheres.
Franciacorta DOCG shows the following tasting characteristics: straw-yellow color with greenish or golden reflections, persistent perlage, bouquet with particular properties of bottle fermentation, hints of bread crust and yeast enriched by delicate notes of citrus and dried fruit (almond, hazelnut, dried white fig), savory, fresh, fine and harmonious flavor.
Franciacorta DOCG. The Characteristics
