Marchese Antinori Tenuta Montenisa "Donna Cora Satèn" Franciacorta DOCG 2022

The whole clusters of Chardonnay were directly subjected to a gentle pressing. The ‘flower’ juice, that is to say the juice obtained from the first pressing, was subjected to the first alcoholic fermentation that took place in stainless steel tanks and in small barriques. Towards the spring of the following year the wine began the second fermentation process in the bottle and subsequent contact with the yeasts.

40 months on yeast

Bright straw yellow color with golden reflections and a very fine and persistent perlage. : Aroma characterized by elegant and fresh notes of white flowers (such as honeysuckle and lilac) and pleasant aromas of white pulp fruit, especially peach and green apple, enriched with nuances of bread crust. Palate complex, enveloping and balanced. It shows a delicate but determined structure, with a lively mineral freshness that ensures excellent drinkability and a savory and persistent finish.

James Suckling 92/100, Gambero Rosso 3 Bicchieri

Appetizers. Tuna or salmon tartar, anchovy carpaccio and oysters. Scallops and prawns cooked in a pan or steamed. Zibello Culatello or Parma PDO ham that has been aged for a long time. Seafood risotto, asparagus risotto or sauce with fresh cheeses and aromatic herbs. Tagliolini or spaghetti with light sauces based on anchovy, orata or gurnard. Pasta stuffed with ricotta and spinach or with burrata, seasoned with melted butter and sage. Rombo, orata or spigola baked with potatoes, olives and cherry tomatoes.