Al Rocol Franciacorta Brut by Al Rocol

Structure

Bodymedium

Tanninlow

Acidityhigh

Sweetnessdry

Finishmedium

Oakoak aged

Drinking window

Best 1 to 6 years from disgorgement.

disgorgement1 yrs6 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

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

Risotto with Bagoss cheese Find risotto with bagoss cheese on TableJourney →
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 Find aperitivo bites on TableJourney →
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 · visiting guide
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.

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