Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero 'Animante' Barone Pizzini

Franciacorta DOCG • Lombardy • Barone Pizzini
Category
Sparkling Wines
Region
Lombardy
Denomination
Franciacorta DOCG
Alcohol
12%
Vinification
Sparkling wine produced according to the Champenoise method, with a second fermentation in the bottle
Aging
20-30 months on the lees
Grape varieties
Chardonnay 77%, Pinot Nero 17%, Pinot Bianco 3%, Erbamat 3%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Among the most celebrated expressions of its category, this Franciacorta DOCG showcases exceptional craftsmanship. Its modest 12% alcohol content favours freshness and drinkability. Crafted from Chardonnay 77%, Pinot Nero 17%, Pinot Bianco 3%, Erbamat 3%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Its lively perlage and crisp finish make it an ideal celebratory pour. The fruit is sourced from vineyards guyot-trained on hilly moraine soil. Vinification: sparkling wine produced according to the Champenoise method, with a second fermentation in the bottle. The wine is aged 20-30 months on the lees. A wine reflecting the alpine influence found across Lombardy's varied terroir.

Food Pairings

Fried calamari
Light seafood dishes
Fresh oysters and caviar
Wedding cake and celebrations
Aperitivo with Italian appetizers
Prosciutto and melon

About Lombardy Wine Region

Lombardy is best known for Franciacorta, Italy's finest sparkling wine appellation, alongside the alpine reds of Valtellina.

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