Wines from Lombardy
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Ca' del Bosco 1999 Cuvee Annamaria Clementi Sparkling (Franciacorta)
- $157
A standout sparkler, this wine delivers an intense and complex bouquet ripe with peach, pineapple, toasted almond and egg custard. A brilliantly crystalline appearance underscores the acidity and crisp freshness on the palate. The wine’s full, textured feel is most impressive. Imported by Paterno Wines International.
— M.L.
(6/1/2006)
Ca' del Bosco 1997 Cuvee Annamaria Clementi Sparkling (Franciacorta)
- Cellar Selection
- Online Exclusive
- $149
Perfectly balanced and beautifully harmonious, this special sparker from the excellent 1997 vintage delivers vibrant aromas of mature apple, peach, yeast, pineapple and toast. Sophistication and opulence best describe its character and the wine would definitely perform well if served on a special occasion or anniversary.
— M.L.
(7/1/2009)
Ca' del Bosco 1998 Brut Sparkling (Franciacorta)
From the faraway 1998 vintage, this lovely sparkling blend from northern Italy delivers a suave, smooth personality with complex layers of toasted baguette, honey-roasted almond, candied orange and ripe peach. Great intensity and a bitter almond finish cap the enduring mouthfeel.
— M.L.
(12/31/2011)
Fratelli Berlucchi 2005 Casa delle Colonne Zero Riserva Millesimato Sparkling (Franciacorta)
- Cellar Selection
- $55
This beautiful sparkler rested on its lees for 70 months, giving it extra smoothness and rich denseness. The bouquet is redolent of apricot, ripe fruit, melon and lightly toasted baguette. The mouthfeel is long, elegant and driven by fine perlage.
— M.L.
(12/1/2012)
Montenisa 2001 Contessa Maggi Sparkling (Franciacorta)
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Rich, creamy and opulent, Contessa Maggi is a magnificent sparkling wine (made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Nero). The aromas embrace both floral and fruity tones such as mature peach, citrus and rose. You’ll also get drying mineral shadings and piquant spice on the long finish.
— M.L.
(7/1/2009)
Monte Rossa 2001 Cabochon Brut Sparkling (Franciacorta)
- $53
This sparkler has a uniquely chiseled, polished or fine-tuned quality to it that sets it apart and gives it loads of spectacular character. The aromas are reminiscent of finely minced spice, white flowers and crushed stone; the ple, yet restrained and elegant. Imported by Wine Emporium.
— M.L.
(6/1/2006)
Montenisa 2000 Riserva Contessa Maggi Sparkling (Franciacorta)
A 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir sparkling blend from Antinori’s Franciacorta estate near the village of Calino. This elegant bubbly is packed tight with apple, apricot, lemon rind and nutty-smoky notes. Deep fruit flavors are accented by a full, round mouthfeel. Not imported to the U.S.
— M.L.
(6/1/2006)
Bellavista 2001 Gran Cuvée Pas Opere Sparkling (Franciacorta)
- $63
This sophisticated metodo classico sparkler has deep complexity thanks to well-rendered notes of yeast and toast that recall apple pie crust or fresh baking bread. It’s a full, generous wine with round tones, lively perlage and a fine point of acidity on the close.
— M.L.
(12/15/2007)
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