Region: Lombardy, Italy

Composition: Sparkling Rosé

History: Founded in the late 1980s by one of Franciacorta’s pioneers, Vittorio Moretti, the Contadi Castaldi winery is located in a former brick factory where owner Moretti’s wife worked as a child. The underground cellar, which was constructed using artisanal masonry before the winery was established there, is ideal for the long-term aging of classic method sparkling wines because of its natural cool temperatures and humidity. Thanks to Moretti’s long-term relationships with myriad family growers in the Franciacorta appellation, he is able to source top fruit for the estate’s critically acclaimed wines. 

Tasting Notes: 

The nose features distinct notes of wild berries, fresh rose petals, hints of apple and tropical fruit. The mouth is structured, crisp and lively, sapid and sensually rythmical. The finish is long and well balanced.