A lightly sparkling Frizzante Chardonnay from 1701's organic estate in Franciacorta, made with indigenous yeast and no sulphur addition — a refreshing, everyday sparkling white that sits outside the DOCG ruleset and is all the more relaxed for it.
Tasting Notes
Pale straw gold with a gentle natural fizz. Fresh and floral on the nose, with apple, citrus, and a light herbal note. The palate is soft, clean, and easy, with a natural effervescence and a crisp, refreshing finish. Made without added sulphur and unfined and unfiltered, this is Franciacorta letting its hair down.
Quick Facts
- Grape: 100% Chardonnay
- Origin: Italy, Lombardy, Franciacorta (Sebino IGT, outside DOCG rules)
- Style: Frizzante, zero added sulphur, unfined, unfiltered, organic and biodynamic (Demeter)
- Winemaking: Manual harvest, indigenous yeast, no sulphur added, no fining or filtration
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Food Pairing
Aperitif, light salads, soft cheeses, and charcuterie. A casual sparkling wine that works across the whole table.
Serving
Serve well chilled at 6-8°C. Drink young and fresh.
About the Producer
1701 Franciacorta is one of the appellation's most respected organic estates, located in the heart of Franciacorta in Lombardy. Named after the year records of their family's presence in the region first appear, they produce wines of exceptional elegance and terroir character using only organic grapes and traditional method fermentation with extended lees ageing. Their Saten is widely regarded as one of the finest in the appellation.