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Contadi Castaldi

Franciacorta Rosé DOCG Brut - Contadi Castaldi

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Format: 75 cl

-8%


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Producer Contadi Castaldi
Name Franciacorta Rosè DOCG
Variety Pinot Nero, Chardonnay
Gradation 12.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of strawberry, cherry, yeasts
Vinification method Classic method (bottle refermentation)
Region Lombardy
Production area Franciacorta
Country Italy
Type Sparkling
Aging Minimum 18 months on the lees
Type of cask Steel vats and bottle for refermentation
Color Rosé
Serving temperature 6-8°C
Recommended consumption Up to 5 years
Pairing Aperitifs, fish, white meats

The Contadi Castaldi Franciacorta Rosè DOCG represents an excellent example of how elegance and complexity can merge in a single glass. This wine, produced in the renowned Franciacorta region in northern Italy, is known for its refined freshness and vibrant character.

Visually, the Franciacorta Rosè DOCG seduces with its pale pink color, almost pearlescent, which anticipates its tasting elegance. On the nose, delicate notes of small red fruits, such as strawberries and raspberries, open up, enriched by floral nuances and a slight touch of toasted bread derived from the bottle aging process.

On the palate, it is vibrant and fresh, with a pleasant acidity that perfectly balances the fruitiness. The aromatic persistence is remarkable, leaving a finish that invites another sip. The fine perlage contributes to a creamy and sophisticated sensation, making each sip a refined pleasure.

Ideal as an aperitif, the Franciacorta Rosè DOCG by Contadi Castaldi is also a perfect accompaniment for light appetizers, fish dishes, and white meats. A sublime expression of Italian viticulture, this rosé wine is an excellent choice for those seeking a high-quality product that reflects the tradition and innovation of Franciacorta.


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How to serve

Glass:

Ballon flute goblet

Serve to:

10-12°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 1-2 years

Production area


Lombardy

The winery

Contadi Castaldi – Winery in Lombardia

Discover the story and wines of Contadi Castaldi.

Franciacorta winery based in Adro (BS), known for producing Franciacorta metodo classico (Brut, Satèn, Rosé) and for its headquarters housed in the historic Fornace Biasca.
Region: Lombardia
Country: Italia
Founded: 1987
Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco
Located within the historic Fornace Biasca, with ageing galleries. Specializing in Franciacorta made using the traditional method: Brut, Satèn, Rosé and reserve cuvées. Part of the Terra Moretti group / has ties to the Moretti family. Use of grapes from different areas of Franciacorta to create distinctive blends. On-site shop and guided winery tours.
Winery history
The winery was born from the restoration of the Fornace Biasca in Adro: the complex was purchased by the Moretti family in the 1980s and converted into a production and aging facility for Franciacorta. The project developed from the late 1980s, and the premises retain the spaces and galleries of the furnace, adapted for use as a winery.
Production philosophy
Combining tradition and modernity, it seeks territorial expression through the blending of grapes from different areas of Franciacorta, with a focus on the freshness and elegance of the sparkling wines and on company practices oriented toward the quality of the cuvées.
Terroir and vineyards
Franciacorta — administrative and production headquarters in Adro. The winery works with grapes sourced from different zones of the appellation, leveraging the area's pedoclimatic variability.
Awards and recognitions
Mentions and recognitions in international guides and competitions; the winery and some labels have received mentions and medals.

Official Awards

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