In the glass
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
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Lake Iseo lake sardines
Saline lake fish and the wine's saline-mineral lift lock together. -
Risotto with Bagoss cheese
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Creamy Brescian rice and fine-bubble Brut share lift. -
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 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
- 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.