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Cuvee Royale Franciacorta DOCG wine — Antinori winery — Dionysus
SparklingFranciacortaDOCG

Cuvee Royale Franciacorta DOCG

by Antinori · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationFranciacortaDOCG
TypeSparkling
GrapesChardonnay, Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco
LineMarchese Antinori
Alcohol12.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthPale
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at7–9 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
AntinoriTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes come from the Montenisa estate’s vineyards in the heart of Franciacorta, near Lake Iseo. The Antinori family acquired the estate in 1999.

Vinification

After harvest, the grapes undergo temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless-steel tanks. Secondary fermentation takes place in the bottle.

Ageing

The wine ages on its fine lees for 36 months.

Tasting profile

Elegant in style.

Serving and pairing

Suitable as an aperitif and with vegetable, fish or white-meat appetizers.