Faccoli Franciacorta Extra Brut

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Faccoli
Label Name:
 
Franciacorta Extra Brut
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Franciacorta, Lombardy
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
7-8°C

Awards/Ratings
Vivino ~3. 9/5 (3,000+ ratings); reviewed by Decanter; carried as staff pick by retailers (Astor Wines, Swig)

Tasting Note
Fine persistent mousse with lemon, green apple, ripe pear, brioche and toasted bread crust; crisp citrus acidity, saline minerality and creamy mid‑palate leading to a long, clean finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, shellfish, sushi-style crudo, tempura, grilled white fish, light seafood pasta, roast chicken, creamy Brie or fresh goat cheese. Asian: sushi/sashimi, sashimi, tempura, dim sum, steamed fish with ginger and scallion, light Thai seafood salads.

Production Method
Metodo Classico (traditional bottle fermentation); aged 20–24 months on lees; low dosage (Extra Brut) with minimal SO2.

Vineyard Info
Small family estate on Monte Orfano, Faccoli (owned by the Faccoli family) farms about 5–11 ha planted to Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir; Francesca Faccoli oversees production focused on terroir-driven Franciacorta.