Barone Pizzini - Saten Franciacorta 2018 (750ml)
Price: $53.99
| Producer | Barone Pizzini |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Subregion | Franciacorta |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Sku | 3956 |
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Satèn is the apex of white grapes in Franciacorta. Gentle pressing is a time-honored technique for the style to achieve ideal freshness and finesse. Additionally, DOCG rules in Franciacorta state that Satèn cannot exceed five atmospheres of pressure, creating the signature silky texture. Moraine soils favors white varieties, delivering complex aromas and minerality.
Satèn offers a range of textural play at the table. The polished yet defined fruit flavors stand up to the textures and bold flavors of smoked fish, such as salmon. The velvety, melts-in-your-mouth nature of carpaccio matches the silky mouth feel of Satèn.
Wine Enthusiast: 94 Points
Crisp and vibrant from the start, this Satèn-style Franciacorta opens with tart green apples, white flowers, pie crust and a touch of roasted almond. It's refined and elegant on the palate with a creamy texture, highlighting the roasted stone fruits wrapped in phyllo dough and drizzled with honey. The finish is long and is marked by fine bubbles.
