Carlo Turra Riserva Millesimato 2012 Franciacorta DOCG

Millesimao. 70& Chardonnay 20% Pinot Noir 10% Pinot Blanc

Grapes: 100% Pinot Blanc Vineyards of origin: The grapes come solely from the Mirabella vineyard, located in Paderno Franciacorta Soil: Fluvio-glacial Vineyard planting: Sylvoz at 3,000 vines/ha Average age of vines: 41 years Yield: No more than 70 q.li/ha Harvest: Manual, only of healthy bunches at perfect ripening harvested in small perforated crates Harvest time: First half of August Vinification: Soft pressing with very low yields (50%) and use of only the flower must. Fermentation with selected yeasts at a controlled temperature of 16- 18 °C, 90% in cement tanks and 10% in barriques of oak of several passages Reserve wines: Only base wines from the vintage year Drawing: In the spring following the harvest Aging: A minimum of 24 months on the lees in the bottle and at least 3 months after disgorgement Dosage: Brut Nature, without any added sugars but only topping up with the same wine Color: Straw yellow with greenish reflections Bouquet: Sensations of white flowers and tropical fruit, supported by a balsamic note of wild herbs Taste: Delicate and elegantly savory, well balanced between acidity and softness, the sensations of white flowers accompanied by notes of pastry

Vintage: 2012 Country: Italy Wine zone: Franciacorta Type of wine: bubbly Grape Variety: Chardonnay 100% Producer: Azienda Agricola Turra Recommended serving temperature: 6° - 8° Alcohol content: 12.5%Vol. Vinification: Before disgorging, the wine rests on the lees for at least 40 months.

Millesimato clean, delicate with hints of citrus with excellent minerality. For a different experience I recommend it to accompany dessert or to please all palates in a light aperitif.