What kind of wine is Franciacorta DOCG Satèn 2021 Magnum - Ferghettina (Cased)

The Franciacorta DOCG Satèn 2021 Magnum - Ferghettina (Cased) is a classic method sparkling wine, meaning it undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle, just like Champagne. It originates in the heart of Franciacorta, in the province of Brescia, one of Italy's most renowned areas for producing high-quality sparkling wines. The "Satèn" type represents the softest and most velvety soul of Franciacorta: a wine produced exclusively from white grapes, in this case 100% Chardonnay, with a slightly lower internal pressure than other Franciacortas, which provides a creamy foam and a fine and elegant perlage.

Vintage details

The 2021 vintage in Franciacorta was characterized by regular climatic conditions, with a dry and bright summer. The grapes reached ideal ripeness, maintaining impeccable freshness and a perfect balance between sugars and acidity. The harvest, carried out by hand in Ferghettina's hillside vineyards, ensured a careful selection of the healthiest and ripest bunches.

Winemaking and aging

The Franciacorta DOCG Satèn 2021 Magnum - Ferghettina (Cased) is produced using the classic method: after alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks, the base wine is bottled with the addition of selected yeasts for the secondary fermentation, which is the second fermentation in the bottle that naturally develops the bubbles. Aging on the lees lasts about 30 months, during which the wine evolves, enriching itself with notes of toasted bread and pastry. After disgorgement (the removal of the yeasts), a small dose of "liqueur d'expédition" is added to balance and complete the taste profile.

Tasting notes

Color

It presents a brilliant straw yellow color, with a fine and continuous perlage, a distinctive sign of a long and careful secondary fermentation.

Nose

The aroma is elegant and balanced: predominant notes of white flowers and ripe fruit, such as apple and peach, are accompanied by delicate nuances of vanilla and bread crust resulting from the long aging on the lees.

Palate

On the palate, it is soft and velvety – hence the term "Satèn," which recalls silk – with fine and creamy bubbles. The freshness and acidity typical of Chardonnay provide balance and liveliness, while the finish is distinguished by its persistence and pleasantness.

Food pairings for Franciacorta DOCG Satèn 2021 Magnum - Ferghettina (Cased)

Thanks to its elegance and delicate bubbles, this Franciacorta Satèn is perfect:

• as a refined aperitif, paired with finger foods and canapés based on fish;
• with seafood appetizers or crustaceans with a sweet and delicate taste;
• with light first courses, such as seafood risotto or pasta with seasonal vegetables;
• with white meats or baked fish.

The Magnum version, ideal for special occasions, further enhances the freshness and aromatic complexity of the wine.

Storage and aging – how to store Franciacorta DOCG Satèn 2021 Magnum - Ferghettina (Cased)

The Franciacorta DOCG Satèn 2021 Magnum - Ferghettina (Cased) should be stored horizontally, away from light and at a constant temperature, preferably between 10 and 14 °C. It is a wine meant to be enjoyed in its youth, when the freshness and finesse of the bubbles are at their peak. It is recommended to consume it within 2-3 years after disgorgement, to fully appreciate its harmony and the natural creaminess that distinguishes it.