BERLUCCHI ‘61 NATURE 2012 Franciacorta Vintage

Franciacorta millesimato Berlucchi ’61 Nature 2012, elegance and character without dosage

Berlucchi ’61 Nature 2012 Franciacorta Millesimato is a refined and precise expression of the Franciacorta territory, designed for those seeking a sparkling wine with great personality, dry and gastronomic. Born from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, it combines aromatic finesse, structure, and a pleasant taste tension, with the added value of a long aging on the lees and a Dosaggio Zero profile.

Territory and wine style

This wine comes from Franciacorta, a symbol area of Italian sparkling wine, where vineyard care and grape selection are fundamental to achieving balance and depth. The parcels indicated in the sheet, along with the 2012 vintage and the preparation of the cuvée with wines from the only vintage, tell the story of a millesimato built to enhance the identity of the vintage and the purity of the territory. The style is clear, essential, and contemporary: no sugary covers, but precision, momentum, and complexity.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents itself with an abundant and creamy foam, accompanied by a fine and sinuous perlage. The color is intense straw yellow with slight coppery hues. The bouquet is complex and elegant, with hints of yellow-fleshed fruits, candied citrus, and sensations of pan brioche. On the palate, it shows structure and power, supported by lively acidity and a marked final sapidity, which provide dynamism, depth, and a very harmonious finish. The result is a sparkling wine of great balance, capable of combining maturity and freshness with a rigorous style.

Recommended pairings

Berlucchi ’61 Nature 2012 is ideal for the entire meal and pairs well with important appetizers, raw and delicately cooked fish, structured seafood dishes, white meats, and medium-aged cheeses. Its dryness and energy also make it suitable for more flavorful preparations, as long as they are elegant, such as fish risottos, tartare, and dishes with a fatty component well balanced by freshness.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate Berlucchi ’61 Nature 2012 Franciacorta Millesimato, it is recommended to serve it at 10-12 °C. Generally, it does not require long aeration but can benefit from a few minutes in the glass to gradually release its aromatic complexity.

Why buy it

It is an ideal choice for those who wish to buy wine online and bring to the table an authoritative, dry, and versatile Franciacorta, with the charm of a millesimato and the precision of Dosaggio Zero. The long stay on the lees, the finesse of the perlage, and the tense and savory taste profile make it a perfect bottle for curated dinners, special occasions, and high-level gastronomic pairings.