COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Conti Ducco
REGION
Lombardia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Conti Ducco Blanc de Blancs 2020 is a sparkling white wine from the Franciacorta DOCG in Lombardy, Italy, made solely from 100% Chardonnay grapes. Conti Ducco, founded in 1967 by Count Piero, is a historic producer and a founding member of the Consorzio Franciacorta. The winery adheres to a strict internal production method that surpasses official DOCG regulations, utilizing grapes from top vineyard sites and prioritizing the first pressing of free-run juice. This commitment to quality is a hallmark of the estate.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Conti Ducco's method is more rigorous than Franciacorta DOCG rules.
Fact 02
Founded by a key figure in establishing Franciacorta.
Fact 03
Exclusively 100% Chardonnay, a 'Blanc de Blancs' style.
Fact 04
Aged for 48 months on lees for complexity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Conti Ducco Blanc de Blancs 2020 is produced using the traditional method. Primary fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with controlled temperatures, with a possibility of partial fermentation in French barriques. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an extensive aging period of 48 months in the bottle on its lees. This extended maturation is a key characteristic of the winemaking process, contributing to the wine's complexity and structure.
