{"product_id":"franciacorta-saten-millesimato-docg-monogram-2019-castel-faglia","title":"Franciacorta Satèn Millesimato DOCG 'Monogram' 2019 - Castel Faglia","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Franciacorta Satèn Millesimato DOCG 'Monogram' 2019 - Castel Faglia?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFranciacorta Satèn Millesimato DOCG 'Monogram' 2019 - Castel Faglia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a prestigious sparkling wine produced in \u003cstrong\u003eFranciacorta\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the province of Brescia, the beating heart of Italian classic method wines. “Satèn” is a particular type of Franciacorta made exclusively from white grapes, in this case Chardonnay, and characterized by a lower pressure in the bottle, which gives the wine a \u003cstrong\u003ecreamier and more velvety mousse\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is produced using the \u003cstrong\u003eclassic method\u003c\/strong\u003e (also called “Champenoise”), the same one used for Champagne, which involves the second fermentation directly in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 vintage in Franciacorta was balanced and regular, with sunny days and cool nights that favored optimal grape ripening. The climatic conditions enhanced the freshness and aromatic finesse of the Chardonnay, an ideal base for an elegant Satèn like the 'Monogram'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCastel Faglia Franciacorta Satèn Millesimato DOCG 'Monogram' 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from a careful selection of the best company crus, where each cluster is hand-picked to ensure maximum quality. After the first fermentation of the must, the wine rests on its fine lees to enrich its complexity. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle, with \u003cstrong\u003eat least 36 months of aging on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e. This long contact with the yeasts gives the wine its fine creaminess, delicate fragrances, and enveloping persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003eluminous straw yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e with golden reflections, crossed by a very fine and continuous perlage that anticipates the delicacy of its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma is elegant and precise: notes of \u003cstrong\u003ewhite flowers, ripe citrus, and yellow fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge, accompanied by hints of \u003cstrong\u003ehazelnut, vanilla, and bread crust\u003c\/strong\u003e derived from the long aging on the lees. Overall, it stands out for its harmony and balanced complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the Satèn 'Monogram' is \u003cstrong\u003esoft, silky, and perfectly balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003efreshness and acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e blend with a pleasant creaminess and a slight minerality that invites another sip. The finish is fine, elegant, and persistent, with citrus and sweet almond echoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair with Franciacorta Satèn Millesimato DOCG 'Monogram' 2019 - Castel Faglia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFranciacorta Satèn 'Monogram' is a versatile wine, capable of enhancing both simple dishes and more sophisticated preparations. Perfect as a \u003cstrong\u003eclassy aperitif\u003c\/strong\u003e, it pairs wonderfully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eseafood appetizers, raw fish, and shellfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edelicate risottos, especially with vegetables or fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhite meats, vegetable tempura, or a board of fresh, soft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts creaminess and low effervescence also make it ideal for a romantic dinner or for toasting on special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Aging: how to store Franciacorta Satèn Millesimato DOCG 'Monogram' 2019 - Castel Faglia wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo best preserve the fineness of its perlage and its aromatic freshness, the \u003cstrong\u003eFranciacorta Satèn Millesimato DOCG 'Monogram' 2019 - Castel Faglia\u003c\/strong\u003e should be stored in a cool, dark place, at a constant temperature between 10°C and 14°C, with the bottle preferably lying down. It is a wine intended to be enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eyoung or within 2-3 years of disgorgement\u003c\/strong\u003e, when it best expresses its elegance, creaminess, and fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castel Faglia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415192858963,"sku":"F01-C051-2019-05","price":40.12,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/franciacorta-saten-millesimato-docg-monogram-2019-castel-faglia.jpg?v=1764411725","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/franciacorta-saten-millesimato-docg-monogram-2019-castel-faglia","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}