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’61 Nature Blanc de Blancs 2012
| Author | Chiara Giovoni |
| Date of publication | 07/06/19 |
| Score | 93/100 |
| Denomination | Franciacorta |
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| Value for money | |
| Current price | 40.00 € |
| Country | Lombardia |
| Nation | Italia |
Chardonnay from a single vineyard (Arzelle) fermented in stainless steel with partial maturation in barriques for some six months. After sitting on the lees for at least 60 months (disgorgement in 2018), no dosage was added and the wine aged in the bottle for another six months. A slightly golden, straw-yellow color and a subtle effervescence. The bouquet has scents of elder flower and frangipane, fresh almond and gooseberry and with breathing emerge interesting and fresh notes of vetiver and lemon as well as nuances of sugared-coated almond and barley cookie. The mouthfeel has a sharp intensity of lime and fresh ginger with a nice creaminess in the grapefruit finish that will appeal to those who love precision but do not disdain a certain softness.
