{"product_id":"franciacorta-docg-pas-opere-2018-bellavista","title":"Franciacorta DOCG Pas Operé 2018 - Bellavista","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat wine is Franciacorta DOCG Pas Operé 2018 - Bellavista\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eFranciacorta DOCG Pas Operé 2018 - Bellavista\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic method sparkling wine, meaning it undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle, just like Champagne. It originates in the heart of \u003cstrong\u003eFranciacorta\u003c\/strong\u003e, Lombardy, one of Italy's most renowned wine regions for producing elegant and long-lived sparkling wines.\nThis wine represents a perfect balance between productive rigor and refined style: a \"Pas Operé\" Franciacorta – meaning without sugar dosage after disgorgement – which expresses the purity and transparency of the Bellavista territory.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2018 vintage in Franciacorta was characterized by a mild and regular spring, followed by a balanced summer, with good temperature variations between day and night. These conditions favored optimal ripening of the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, providing a base rich in aromas, structure, and natural freshness. The careful manual harvest allowed for a meticulous selection of the best bunches from the most suitable vineyards, with an average age of over 20 years.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eFranciacorta DOCG Pas Operé 2018 - Bellavista\u003c\/strong\u003e is produced according to the \u003cem\u003eClassic Method\u003c\/em\u003e, the same used for great French sparkling wines.\nFermentation takes place in small oak barrels, where part of the must matures and develops aromatic complexity.\nThis is followed by a long aging on the lees in the bottle for at least six years, which gives the wine elegance, finesse, and an extraordinary expressive capacity. Only after this long period of rest is it marketed, allowing the wine to achieve maximum harmony between freshness and depth.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\nVisually, it presents a luminous golden yellow, traversed by a fine and continuous perlage, a sign of great quality and long re-fermentation.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\nThe aroma is broad and fine: notes of candied citrus, ripe fruit, and bread crust are perceived, accompanied by hints of vanilla and honey. The influence of wood is delicate and well integrated, giving complexity without covering the wine's natural freshness.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\nOn the palate it is dry, decisive, and harmonious, with a \u003cstrong\u003elively freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e and an elegant \u003cstrong\u003eacidity\u003c\/strong\u003e that lengthens the sip. The structure is full but balanced, while the fine effervescence enhances the aromatic nuances of fruit and white flowers, leaving a persistent and mineral finish.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair with Franciacorta DOCG Pas Operé 2018 - Bellavista\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis sparkling wine is perfectly suited to accompany special occasions and refined dishes.\nIdeal as a signature aperitif, it is best enjoyed at the table alongside:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShellfish and seafood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaked or steamed fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate white meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-intensity aged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts structure and complexity also make it perfect for modern cuisine, such as raw fish dishes or tartares, where its minerality and gustatory precision enhance the raw ingredients.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging – how to store Franciacorta DOCG Pas Operé 2018 - Bellavista wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eFranciacorta DOCG Pas Operé 2018 - Bellavista\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sparkling wine that is ready to drink, capable of expressing its freshness best within 2-3 years from the disgorgement date.\nTo store it ideally:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the bottle in a horizontal position to maintain contact between the wine and the cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a constant temperature around 10-12°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid direct light and vibrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nBy following these simple precautions, you can fully enjoy its natural elegance and the distinctive taste that makes \u003cstrong\u003ePas Operé 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the best interpretations of the Bellavista tradition.","brand":"Bellavista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415174705491,"sku":"F01-B014-2018-05","price":48.26,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/franciacorta-docg-pas-opere-2018-bellavista.jpg?v=1764411424","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/franciacorta-docg-pas-opere-2018-bellavista","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}