Natural wine has no uniform definition. It is a general term used to describe artisanal wine made using organically and/or biodynamically grown hand-picked grapes which are vinified with little or no intervention. Winemakers often rely on indigenous yeast to catalyse natural fermentation, avoiding the use of any chemicals, additives or sulphites.
The result is wine which is alive, energetic, vibrant and unexpected – a welcomed contrast to the industrial practices of the wine industry .
Name of Estate/Domaine:
1701 Franciacorta
Vintage: 2017
Franciacorta , Italy
Grape/Blend
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Intense yet elegant with dominant notes of small red fruits. Fresh and delicate.
Terroir
Continental with positive influence by proximity to Lake Iseo. Moraine soils of glacial deposit rich in sand and silt.
Viticulture
Certified organic, and biodynamic Demeter.
* Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Vinification:
- Manual harvested
- whole bunch
- Stainless vat
- Pressing
- Indigenous yeast
- controlled ferment
- Matured in bottle
- Malolactic may occur. Secondary fermentation in bottle on the lees for minimum of 30 months.
- Fined with bentonite.
- Low levels of sulphur use
Food Pairing
As a 100% Pinot Noir, it works well with flavourful dishes such as white meat ragu with pasta, risotto with porcini mushrooms, grilled chicken and of course pizza!
