In the glass
Aroma: green apple, fresh bread, lemon, white flower
Palate: citrus, fine bubble, saline lift, fresh close
Brut Franciacorta from family Al Rocol at Ome. Chardonnay-led traditional-method sparkling from the agriturismo estate.
What it pairs with
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Risotto with Bagoss cheese
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Creamy Brescian rice and fine-bubble Brut share lift. -
Lake Iseo lake sardines
Saline lake fish and the wine's saline-mineral lift lock together. -
Lardo di Colonnata crostini
Salty cured fat and bright Franciacorta cut through richness. -
Aperitivo bites
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Brut Franciacorta keeps an aperitivo hour fresh and clean.
History
Brut Franciacorta from family Al Rocol at Ome. Agriturismo estate founded in 1995 by Gina Castellini on 13 hectares with 25 beds and on-site farm restaurant.
- 1995 — Al Rocol founded by Gina Castellini at Ome
Facts
- Producer
- Al Rocol
- Grapes
- Chardonnay, Pinot Nero
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta
- Oak
- Traditional method, minimum 24 months on lees
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 18 to 26 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-6 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 1995
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Al Rocol Franciacorta Brut
What does Al Rocol Brut taste like?
Green apple, fresh bread, lemon and white flower on the nose; citrus, fine bubble, saline lift and a fresh close on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.
When should I drink Al Rocol Brut?
Drink 1 to 6 years from disgorgement. Best as a fresh aperitif at the agriturismo.
Is Al Rocol Brut vegan?
Yes. Al Rocol uses vegan fining.
What food pairs with Al Rocol Brut?
Risotto with Bagoss cheese is the canonical pairing. Lake Iseo lake sardines, lardo di Colonnata crostini, and aperitivo bites are equally strong.
What grapes are in Al Rocol Brut?
Chardonnay-led blend with Pinot Nero from 13 estate hectares at Ome.