{"product_id":"berlucchi-61-franciacorta-extra-brut","title":"Berlucchi '61 Franciacorta Extra Brut","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Franciacorta Berlucchi is a sparkling wine with an extra brut dosage. It is created from a \u003cstrong\u003estructured blend\u003c\/strong\u003e where Chardonnay is combined with Pinot Noir through the meticulous care of the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e. It displays a straw yellow colour with bright greenish highlights and a fine, continuous perlage. The aromatic profile immediately reveals \u003cstrong\u003enotes of white fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, citrus accents and subtle hints of bread crust. On the palate, it stands out for its remarkable freshness, resulting in a soft, perfectly balanced wine, finished with a clear citrusy aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from Franciacorta, in the province of Brescia. The vineyards are carefully selected from various municipalities in the area, rooted in \u003cstrong\u003emoraine soils\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in minerals. These soils and the favourable climate allow for regular ripening of the bunches, defining a taut and dynamic flavour profile. Harvesting is carried out by \u003cstrong\u003emanual picking\u003c\/strong\u003e between mid-August and early September, following a \u003cstrong\u003estrict yield\u003c\/strong\u003e per hectare to maintain the authentic viticultural expression of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with a \u003cstrong\u003egentle and gradual pressing\u003c\/strong\u003e of the grapes, with musts separated and fermented in steel vats. In spring, the cuvée is assembled, incorporating a portion of reserve wines of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The prise de mousse takes place through a second fermentation in the bottle, as required by the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wine then undergoes a prolonged \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e for at least twenty-four months, enriching its aromatic complexity. After disgorgement, it rests for a further two months to perfect its balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Berlucchi ’61 Franciacorta Extra Brut celebrates the historic meeting in 1961 between Guido Berlucchi and Franco Ziliani, true pioneers of the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e. The grapes, hand-harvested in the most renowned villages, create a refined cuvée enriched with 20% \u003cstrong\u003ereserve wines\u003c\/strong\u003e and matured for 24 months on the lees. This artisanal care results in a sip of superb elegance, awarded the \u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal at the CSWWC 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e and praised by leading wine critics. A glass that tells the story of the winery, harmoniously enhancing the profound vocation of the Lombardy terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Berlucchi Guido","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44506819723435,"sku":"38629","price":22.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/berlucchi-61-franciacorta-extra-brut_38629_1_ba587618-731d-494b-a064-72506828cbb2.webp?v=1773692031","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-ch\/products\/berlucchi-61-franciacorta-extra-brut","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}