Palazzo Lana Extrême · Franciacorta Riserva DOCG 2013

  Guido Berlucchi's Palazzo Lana Extrême Franciacorta Riserva from Lombardy presents itself in the glass with a deep straw yellow color with golden reflections, accompanied by a lively, fine perlage that indicates the long maturation period and traditional bottle fermentation. The nose reveals a complex bouquet of ripe apples, pears, white flowers, and delicate citrus notes, underscored by subtle yeast aromas and a hint of brioche, reflecting careful storage on the lees. The grapes come from the best vineyards in the Franciacorta region, whose calcareous soils and cool microclimate guarantee exceptional freshness and minerality. Particularly noteworthy is the Riserva category, which requires a long maturation period of at least 60 months on the lees, giving this sparkling wine its exceptional depth, complexity, and expressiveness.

On the palate, Palazzo Lana Extrême Franciacorta Riserva is lively, elegant, and full-bodied, supported by a creamy, persistent perlage that harmoniously complements the floral and fruity aromas. The balanced acidity gives the wine freshness and structure, while the long, mineral finish impressively underscores the excellence of the terroir and the precision of the traditional production method. Each bottle of this Franciacorta Riserva reflects the craftsmanship and long tradition of the Berlucchi winery and is suitable both as a fine aperitif and as an elegant accompaniment to special dishes. - Gerardo [TS10/14]