Winemaker Notes
Straw yellow, clear, and brilliant. To the nose, it presents a substantial presence of ripe, thick, and dense fruity notes that mix with spicy aromas and yeasts, which are reminiscent of toasty, almond notes. Of great elegance, it presents again to the palate the same olfactory sensations sustained by body and structure, enlivened by a slight acidity.
Accompanies any meal, from appetizers to cheeses; ideal with fish and white meats.
Blend: 100% Chardonnay
Professional Ratings
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The Franciacorta appellation is responsible for some seriously delicious Satèn-styled sparkling wines based on the Chardonnay grape. Ricci Curbastro's 2014 Franciacorta Satèn Brut is one such example. This lean to medium-bodied sparkler boasts a shiny, gleaming appearance followed by enticing aromas of stone fruit, dried tangerine and fresh brioche. The beading is a bit thicker and larger in this softly textured wine.
Rating: 92+
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