Bellavista Alma Assemblage 1 DOCG - Extra Brut - Franciacorta

Bellavista Alma Assemblage 1: The Soul of Franciacorta

A masterpiece of over 100 base wines that captures the essence of the terroir

Discover the essence of Franciacorta! Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, and Pinot Bianco. An elegant and complex Franciacorta that will delight you with its freshness and minerality.

Taste profile: "Imagine holding a glass of Alma Assemblage 1 in your hand. The fine bubbles dance in the glass, and a bouquet of Mediterranean flowers and citrus notes rises to your nose. On the palate, a dynamic and taut flavor unfolds with a mineral finish that adds depth and character."

Production:

The Alma Assemblage 1 was hand-harvested from 60 individual vineyards and 91 individual selections. Reserve wines of Chardonnay from the 2014, 2019, and 2020 vintages and Pinot Nero from the 2019 and 2020 vintages were carefully blended to enhance this variety. Following 30 months of bottle fermentation, disgorgement, and an Extra Brut dosage of 3.5 g/L, the wine is aged in bottle for six months.

o Unique blend: "Alma is a blend of over 100 base wines that reflect the diversity and richness of the Franciacorta terroir."

o Terroir: "The grapes come from selected vineyards with limestone and siliceous marl soils, which give the wine its mineral notes."

o Craftsmanship : "The composition of the cuvée is a complex process that reflects the experience and skill of Bellavista's cellar masters."

o Aging: "30 months bottle fermentation, Extra Brut Dosage of 3.5g/L and six months bottle aging after disgorgement."

Versatility:

o Aperitif: "An elegant and refreshing aperitif that perfectly sets the tone for the evening."

o Culinary accompaniment: "Goes perfectly with fish dishes, seafood and white meat."

o Special occasions: "A Franciacorta for special moments that will delight your guests."

Founding and vision:

Bellavista was founded in 1977 by Vittorio Moretti in Erbusco, in the heart of Franciacorta. His vision was to capture the essence of this unique terroir in a sparkling wine of the highest quality.

o From the very beginning, Moretti placed great emphasis on artisanal traditions and respect for nature.

Terroir and vineyards:

o Bellavista has over 200 hectares of vineyards, carefully selected to reflect the diversity of the Franciacorta terroir.

o The vineyards are located on hills with limestone and siliceous marl soils, which give the wines their characteristic minerality.

o The diversity of vineyards and different microclimates allows Bellavista to produce a wide range of base wines used in the blending of its Franciacorta.

Craft tradition:

Bellavista places great emphasis on traditional winemaking methods. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected.

o The composition of the cuvée is a complex process that reflects the experience and skill of Bellavista's cellar masters.

o The long maturation period on the lees and the careful disgorging are further important steps in the production of Bellavista Franciacorta.

Philosophy and sustainability:

o Bellavista is committed to sustainable agriculture and attaches great importance to protecting the environment.

o The winery respects nature and its extraordinary biodiversity and considers it its only guide.

o Bellavista's philosophy is to produce wines that reflect the soul of the terroir and honor the tradition of Franciacorta.

Alma as a symbol:

The Cuvée Alma symbolizes Bellavista's tradition and style. It is the result of a long-term project aimed at capturing the essence of Franciacorta.

o Alma embodies the history, art and culture of Franciacorta and is a tribute to the terroir and the people who care for the vineyards.

Experience the soul of Franciacorta and order now!

Be enchanted by this masterpiece of Bellavista

Allergens: Contains sulfites