In the glass
Aroma: white peach, fresh bread, lemon, white flower
Palate: citrus, fine bubble, creamy lees, long fresh close
Satèn Franciacorta from Castel Faglia. 100 percent Chardonnay traditional-method sparkling at the softer 4.5 bar Satèn pressure.
What it pairs with
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Risotto with Bagoss cheese
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Creamy Brescian rice and softer-bubble Satèn lock together. -
Veal vitello tonnato
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Cold veal in tuna sauce and creamy Satèn share fine texture. -
Lake Iseo trout in cartoccio
Lake fish and creamy-lees Satèn lock together. -
Lobster thermidor
Rich shellfish and creamy Satèn share buttery depth.
History
Satèn Franciacorta from Castel Faglia. The Monogram-line softer 4.5-bar Chardonnay-only traditional-method sparkling.
- 2000 — First Castel Faglia Monogram Satèn release
Facts
- Producer
- Castel Faglia
- Grapes
- Chardonnay (100%)
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta
- Oak
- Traditional method, minimum 24 months on lees, bottled at 4.5 bar
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 22 to 32 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-7 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 2000
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Castel Faglia Monogram Satèn
What does Castel Faglia Monogram Satèn taste like?
White peach, fresh bread, lemon and white flower on the nose; citrus, fine bubble, creamy lees and a long fresh close on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.
When should I drink Castel Faglia Satèn?
Drink 1 to 7 years from disgorgement. Satèn drinks beautifully young.
Is Castel Faglia Satèn vegan?
Yes. Castel Faglia uses vegan fining.
What food pairs with Castel Faglia Satèn?
Risotto with Bagoss cheese is the canonical pairing. Veal vitello tonnato, lake Iseo trout in cartoccio, and lobster thermidor are equally strong.
What grapes are in Castel Faglia Satèn?
100 percent Chardonnay per the Satèn disciplinare requirement.