What wine is Franciacorta Extra Brut DOCG 'Meraviglioso Vittorio Moretti' Magnum - Bellavista (gift box)

The Franciacorta Extra Brut DOCG 'Meraviglioso Vittorio Moretti' Magnum - Bellavista (gift box) is an absolute excellence of the Italian classic method, born in the heart of Franciacorta, in Lombardy. This sparkling wine represents the maximum expression of the Bellavista style, combining elegance, structure and gustatory length in a rare balance. Made with the Classic Method (or Champenoise), it involves a second fermentation in the bottle and a long period of aging on the lees, a factor that gives unique complexity and creaminess to the palate. It is an iconic wine, the result of Vittorio Moretti's vision, conceived to encapsulate the most representative vintages of the winery in a single glass.

Vintage details

The Franciacorta Extra Brut "Meraviglioso" is a blend of six historic vintages: 1984, 1988, 1991, 1995, 2001 and 2002. These vintages, carefully chosen for quality and character, tell the story of thirty years of Bellavista's successes. Each of these vintages brought different climatic conditions: some cool and rainy, others sunny and dry. The union of these different expressions gives the wine an extraordinary depth, where freshness, elegance and a note of great maturity coexist.

Winemaking and aging

The production of Franciacorta Extra Brut DOCG 'Meraviglioso Vittorio Moretti' follows the Classic Method with initial fermentation partly in steel and partly in small white oak barrels. Subsequently, the wine ages on its lees for a very long period - over six years - before disgorgement. This aging on the lees is what gives those elegant nuances of brioche bread, dried fruit and minerality that make the Bellavista signature unmistakable. The Extra Brut dosage, with very little residual sugar, enhances tension, purity and aromatic clarity.

Tasting notes

Color

In the glass, the wine presents a luminous golden yellow, with brilliant reflections and a very fine and persistent mousse, a sign of great care in the refermentation and maturation processes.

Nose

The nose opens with a complex symphony of aromas: white flowers, ripe citrus, almond and acacia honey intertwine with pleasant toasted notes and bread crust. Mineral notes and aromatic freshness complete an elegant and refined olfactory picture.

Palate

On the palate it shows structure and depth, but also momentum and vitality. The perfectly balanced acidity refreshes the palate, while the creaminess of the bubbles delicately envelops. The finish is long and savory, with a pleasant sensation of candied citrus and dried fruit that invites another taste.

Food pairings for Franciacorta Extra Brut DOCG 'Meraviglioso Vittorio Moretti' Magnum - Bellavista (gift box)

This exceptional Franciacorta is ideal to accompany refined and gourmet dishes. Perfect for a celebratory dinner, it expresses its class with:

• Raw seafood and fresh oysters
• White fish carpaccio or steamed scampi
• Delicate risottos, perhaps with saffron or seafood
• White meats and delicately spiced poultry
• Aged and hard cheeses

Served at a temperature of around 8-10°C, it enhances all its elegance and complexity.

Storage and aging: how to store Franciacorta Extra Brut DOCG 'Meraviglioso Vittorio Moretti' Magnum - Bellavista (gift box)

To fully appreciate the freshness and finesse of its bubbles, it is advisable to consume this Franciacorta within 2-3 years of purchase. It should be stored in a cool, dark place free from vibrations, keeping the bottles in a horizontal position to keep the cork moist. In an elegant and protective gift box, the Franciacorta Extra Brut DOCG 'Meraviglioso Vittorio Moretti' Magnum - Bellavista is also an excellent gift idea for connoisseurs and for those who want to experience one of the greatest Italian sparkling wine expressions.