Berlucchi Franciacorta Extra Brut Riserva DOCG Franco Ziliani 2008

A Franciacorta from Lombardy, made from pure Chardonnay from the Arzelle vineyard in Borgonato and produced only in the best vintages. The heart of the must ferments in steel tanks, then some batches refine for about six months in oak barriques on the lees. The cuvée is prepared the spring after harvest, with second fermentation in bottle on the lees for at least eleven years and seven months. It has floral, yellow fruit, pastry and candied orange notes, with freshness, structure, cleanliness and a well-integrated acid-savoury vein. It accompanies fish starters, raw seafood, fish main courses and white meats.