Berlucchi
Berlucchi ’61 Extra Brut
Franciacorta
85% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Nero
12.5
Sustainable
Tasting Notes
Straw yellow with greenish highlights, it opens on the nose crisp, rich, and elegant, revealing notes of apple, pear, and citrus. On the palate, it displays exceptional freshness and zesty acidity, with a velvety texture and fine balance, concluding with appealing citrus notes.
Cultivation
Hand-harvested from mid-August to mid-September.
Vinification
Gentle, gradual pressing of clusters with fractioning of the must; alcoholic fermentation in steel vats. Assemblage of the cuvée in the spring following harvest, with the contribution of 20% of reserve wines expertly divided between Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Second fermentation in the bottles.
Aging
Maturation on the lees for a minimum of 24 months, followed by an additional 2 months after disgorgement and filtration.
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Berlucchi, founded in 1961 by Count Guido Berlucchi and winemaker Franco Ziliani, pioneered Franciacorta as Italy’s first traditional-method, bottle-fermented sparkling wine, establishing a legacy of innovation that continues today. Each glass reflects uncompromising quality, crafted under some of the world’s strictest standards for yields and aging, while estate vineyards are certified organic and sustainability is promoted across all partners. Led now by the children of Ziliani, Berlucchi combines luxury and precision with environmental stewardship, producing sparkling wines that celebrate both the region’s heritage and a forward-looking commitment to excellence.