Donna Cora Satèn
Climate
The 2018 growing season was defined by higher-than-average levels of rainfall during the vines' vegetative cycle. Temperatures were never too high and optimal temperature swings between day and night during the ripening phase produced grapes with excellent aromatic intensity.
Vinification
Grapes were harvested exclusively by hand. Whole Chardonnay clusters were brought to the cellar, gently pressed and the free-run juice from the first pressing was transferred into temperature controlled stainless steel vats where primary alcoholic fermentation took place. The following spring, the wine began secondary fermentation in the bottle with a lengthy period of aging on the lees.
Historical Data
The Montenisa estate is located around the hamlet of Calino, near Lake Iseo in the heart of the Franciacorta appellation. The vineyards surrounding the proprietary villa of the Maggi family have been the heart of the production of Marchese Antinori Franciacorta since 1999.
Tasting Notes
Donna Cora is straw yellow in color. Its creamy mousse and delicate, persistent perlage define the finest qualities of Franciacorta Satèn. On the nose, it offers elegant notes of white flowers and pleasant sensations of white pulp fruit. An intriguing palate, harmonious and easy to drink, accompany excellent structure and complexity.
The Wine
Created by the interaction between the experience of the Antinori family and the demonstrated high viticultural quality of a territory, Franciacorta, the ”Vintage Dated” - Marchese Antinori Conte Aimo, Contessa Maggi, and Donna Cora – are produced from selected Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, and Pinot Bianco grapes and are made only in exceptional vintage.
Climate
The 2018 growing season was defined by higher-than-average levels of rainfall during the vines' vegetative cycle. Temperatures were never too high and optimal temperature swings between day and night during the ripening phase produced grapes with excellent aromatic intensity.
Vinification
Grapes were harvested exclusively by hand. Whole Chardonnay clusters were brought to the cellar, gently pressed and the free-run juice from the first pressing was transferred into temperature controlled stainless steel vats where primary alcoholic fermentation took place. The following spring, the wine began secondary fermentation in the bottle with a lengthy period of aging on the lees.
Historical Data
The Montenisa estate is located around the hamlet of Calino, near Lake Iseo in the heart of the Franciacorta appellation. The vineyards surrounding the proprietary villa of the Maggi family have been the heart of the production of Marchese Antinori Franciacorta since 1999.
Tasting Notes
Donna Cora is straw yellow in color. Its creamy mousse and delicate, persistent perlage define the finest qualities of Franciacorta Satèn. On the nose, it offers elegant notes of white flowers and pleasant sensations of white pulp fruit. An intriguing palate, harmonious and easy to drink, accompany excellent structure and complexity.
Tenuta Montenisa
The estate is located in the heart of the Franciacorta production zone around the centuries-old hamlet of Calino. The vine has always been cultivated in this area of important wines. Some in fact maintain that “Franciacorta” has its origin in the phrase “Petite France”, an affectionate name given to it by Charlemagne.
Antinori Estates
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