'61 · Franciacorta Satèn Brut DOCG

  The '61 Franciacorta Satèn Brut from Guido Berlucchi in Lombardy presents itself in the glass in a delicate straw yellow color with a creamy, fine perlage that immediately reveals the elegance of this sparkling wine. The nose reveals a harmonious bouquet of white flowers, delicate citrus notes, and ripe yellow fruits, accompanied by subtle yeast notes and a hint of almonds, indicating traditional bottle fermentation and a long maturation period. Particularly noteworthy is the Satèn category, which is made exclusively from white grapes and has a softer perlage and velvety texture, giving the wine exceptional finesse and smoothness. The grapes come from the best vineyards in the Franciacorta region, whose calcareous soils and cool climate give the sparkling wine freshness, minerality, and aromatic precision.

On the palate, the '61 Franciacorta Satèn Brut is lively, elegant, and harmonious, carried by a gentle, persistent perlage that subtly supports the floral and fruity aromas. The balanced acidity gives the wine freshness and structure, while the long, smooth finish impressively underscores the minerality of the soils and the care taken in the traditional production method. This Franciacorta Satèn embodies the perfect symbiosis of tradition, terroir, and craftsmanship that Guido Berlucchi brings to life in every bottle, and is suitable both as a fine aperitif and as an elegant accompaniment to light dishes. - Gerardo [TS10/26]