Metodo Classico Brut Nature Cuvée 60 Mesi Casa Caterina 75 cl

Description

History

Casa Caterina is a small winery managed by the Del Bono family in Monticelli Brusati, in Franciacorta. Today those involved in producing excellent quality wines are Aurelio and Emilio, Caterina’s sons, who conquered the reins of the company thanks to their knowledge concerning the field of viticulture and oenology. In terms of production, Casa Caterina is very limited, but every year what is produced is of an extraordinary quality, wines that compete with the great companies of Franciacorta. Indeed, over time Casa Caterina has revealed itself to be an astonishing reality, also for their method which concerns the bubbles which must rest for between 48 and 60 months, not a month more and not a month less.

Grapes used

100% Chardonnay

Production method

The grapes are harvested strictly by hand in boxes; the fermentation takes place spontaneously in steel, the second fermentation is in the bottle according to the classic method using only the must. For all of its vinifications, Casa Caterina has very rigorous methods and processes, including manual disgorgement, no dosage and no addition of sulfur dioxide for the Cuvée 60 Mesi. Then follows an aging on the lees for 60 months.

Alcohol content

12.5%

Tasting notes

At sight, the product has a deep golden yellow colour. The perlage is fine and persistent. On the nose there are notes of candied orange, lime peel, elderflower and peach, yellow peach, bread crust, dry pastries and melted butter, accompanied by an abundant flint and minerality. In the mouth it is fine, soft and enveloping, counterbalanced by a lively acidity and a pungent minerality. The finish is also long and pleasant, with hints of pastry.

Possible combinations

Cuvée 60 months is very balanced, it manages to delight the palate thanks to an extraordinary softness combined with complexity. Ideal for toasts and evenings with friends, to be combined with fatty and greasy first courses or with delicate and tasty fish-based dishes.