il Mosnel Franciacorta Brut (75cl, 12.5%)

il Mosnel Franciacorta Brut is a traditional method sparkling wine from Franciacorta DOCG in Lombardy, Italy, at 12.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. The Chardonnay-dominant cuvée includes partial oak fermentation and Erbamet, a nearly forgotten indigenous grape. The blend is Chardonnay 60%, Pinot Blanc 30%, Pinot Noir 10% and roughly 1% Erbamet. Fermentation takes place partly in stainless steel tanks and partly in small oak barrels, followed by at least 18 months of aging on the lees via metodo classico. The nose shows white flowers, tropical fruit and gentle herbal undertones. The palate is crisp, with green apple, white peach, pineapple and pickled ginger, plus creamy texture and minerally salinity. The finish lingers with dried almond and citrus pith.