Franciacorta

Question 1

Franciacorta is what…?

Answer 1

Italys largest producing region for traditional method sparkling wine, principally made from Chardonnay and Pinot noir. Located in Lombardy in central northern Italy

Question 2

Typical flavours of franciacorta

Answer 2

Ripe apple and peach fruit, prominent brioche/biscuit autolytic notes. Medium alcohol, medium plus acidity. Good to outstanding and premium priced

Question 3

Curtefranca DOC is what?

Answer 3

Still red and white wine made in Lombardy/franciacorta region

Question 4

Describe the growing environment for franciacorta

Answer 4

Vineyards are in a compact zone mostly surrounded by low hills, with Lake Iseo at the northern boundary

Question 5

Describe the climate of Lombardy in the context of franciacorta

Answer 5

Warm continental with moderating influences from Lake Iseo and the Alps. Cool air descends from the alps that are north to the region. Lake Iseo has a moderating effect