Italy
full-bodied & elegant
Classical method is prescribed for Franciacorta in Lombardy, but as good as this 100% Chardonnay (ie, a blanc de blancs) and 24 months of lees in the bottle makes this sparkling wine so sublime and delicious.
Subtle and with floral aromas. Garganega and Trebbiano show themselves fresh and fresh Playful to light pasta and fresh vegetables. A fine drop for the early Evening on the terrace..
animating & fresh
Pithy, crisp rosato made from short macerated Primitivo. Wild herbs and red redcurrant on the nose, not as fruity as more common rosé wines, rather rather spicy with mouthfeel, rhubarb.
Almost universal at the table.
easy & uncomplicated
Verdeca, old Greek grape variety with 30 % Fiano, gentle acidity, ripe pear and a little aromatic dried fruit, more spicy-aromatic than fruity.
Juicy, fragrant with subtle nut flavors, a little pineapple and a little banana,
a touch of pear. Uncomplicated yet aromatic wine. Very moderate in the
Alcohol with a nice length and expressive style.
Fits antipasti and light cuisine
light & fresh
Cortese not only produces very fine wines in Gavi! Acacia flowers, discreet hazelnut aromas with a delicate bitter finish. A pioneer in the field of unsweetened wine. Highly interesting!
Without added sulfur!