Castelveder Franciacorta Brut by Castelveder

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 Castelveder at Monticelli Brusati. Chardonnay-led traditional-method sparkling.

What it pairs with

Lake Iseo lake sardines
Saline lake fish and the wine's saline-mineral lift lock together.
Risotto with Bagoss cheese Find risotto with bagoss cheese on TableJourney →
Creamy Brescian rice and fine-bubble Brut share lift.
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 Castelveder. Founded in 1975 by Renato and Elena Alberti; now run by grandchildren Camilla and Francesco at Monticelli Brusati, producing around 70,000 bottles a year.

1975: Castelveder founded at Monticelli Brusati

Facts

Producer: Castelveder · visiting guide
Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Nero
Classification: DOCG Franciacorta
Oak: Traditional method, minimum 24 months on lees
ABV: 12.5%
Price: EUR 16 to 24 at retail
Drinking window: 1-6 from disgorgement
First vintage: 1975
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Castelveder Franciacorta Brut

What does Castelveder 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 Castelveder Brut?

Drink 1 to 6 years from disgorgement. Best as a fresh aperitif.

Is Castelveder Brut vegan?

Yes. Castelveder uses vegan fining.

What food pairs with Castelveder Brut?

Lake Iseo lake sardines is the canonical pairing. Risotto with Bagoss cheese, lardo di Colonnata crostini, and aperitivo bites are equally strong.

What grapes are in Castelveder Brut?

Chardonnay-led blend with Pinot Nero from estate vineyards at Monticelli Brusati.

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