Historical Data
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.
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.
Vinification
The 2020 growing season in Franciacorta began with mild winter weather that prompted normal budbreak during the first two weeks of April. Flowering took place during the second half of May under mild climatic conditions. June brought lower-than-average temperatures and generous rainfall while July was dry and breezy, ideal conditions for optimal veraison and ripening phases. Excellent temperature swings between day and night allowed the grapes to develop rich aromas and bright acidity, ideal for producing fine sparkling wine. The grape harvest for Donna Cora began mid-August.
Tasting Notes
Donna Cora is straw yellow in color. Its creamy mousse and delicate, persistent perlage define the finest qualities of Franciacorta Satèn. The nose presents elegant notes of white flower blossoms and pleasant hints of white pulp fruit. The palate reveals balance and complexity, the perfect expression of an extraordinary and elegant vintage.
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.
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
Estates in Italy
