COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Conti Ducco
REGION
Lombardia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Conti Ducco Rosé 2016 is a vintage sparkling wine from the Franciacorta DOCG region of Italy, produced by Conti Ducco. The winery, founded in 1967 by Count Piero, was instrumental in the establishment of Franciacorta as a prestigious appellation. The estate is now led by his son, Count Giorgio, who continues the philosophy of crafting wines entirely at their origin, with meticulous oversight from vineyard to cellar. This rosé is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, a distinctive choice for the region. The wine is aged for 84 months in the bottle, a period that exceeds the minimum requirements and contributes to its complexity.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€34
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Conti Ducco's founder was a key figure in establishing Franciacorta as a DOCG region.
Fact 02
This rosé is made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes.
Fact 03
The wine undergoes an extensive 84 months of aging on its lees.
Fact 04
Conti Ducco ferments each vineyard plot separately.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Conti Ducco Rosé 2016 is produced using the Metodo Classico, the traditional method for sparkling wine. The grapes are sourced from the winery's best crus, and only the free-run juice from the first pressing is used. Each vineyard plot is fermented separately to create a diverse range of base wines. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an extended aging period of 84 months in the bottle on its lees. The winery emphasizes meticulous oversight throughout the entire production process, from vineyard management to the final bottling.
