In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: green apple, fresh bread, citrus zest, saline

Palate: citrus, fine bubble, saline lift, long fresh close

Brut Nature Franciacorta from Derbusco Cives at Erbusco. Zero-dosage traditional-method sparkling from the moraine slopes.

What it pairs with

  • Fresh oysters
    Saline shellfish and zero-dosage Franciacorta lock together.
  • Lake Iseo lake sardines
    Saline lake fish and the wine's saline-mineral lift lock together.
  • Lardo di Colonnata crostini
    Salty cured fat and lean Brut Nature cut through richness.
  • Sashimi platter
    Raw fish and lean Brut Nature share marine register.

History

Brut Nature Franciacorta from Derbusco Cives. Founded in 2005 at Erbusco on Via Provinciale across 12.5 hectares of moraine slopes.

  1. 2005 — Derbusco Cives founded at Erbusco

Facts

Producer
Derbusco Cives
Grapes
Chardonnay, Pinot Nero
Classification
DOCG Franciacorta
Oak
Traditional method, minimum 24 months on lees, zero dosage
ABV
12.5%
Price
EUR 22 to 32 at retail
Drinking window
1-8 from disgorgement
First vintage
2005
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Derbusco Cives Brut Nature

What does Derbusco Cives Brut Nature taste like?

Green apple, fresh bread, citrus zest and saline on the nose; citrus, fine bubble, saline lift and a long fresh close on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.

When should I drink Derbusco Cives Brut Nature?

Drink 1 to 8 years from disgorgement. Zero-dosage Brut Nature rewards short cellar age.

Is Derbusco Cives Brut Nature vegan?

Yes. Derbusco Cives uses vegan fining.

What food pairs with Derbusco Cives Brut Nature?

Fresh oysters is the canonical pairing. Lake Iseo lake sardines, lardo di Colonnata crostini, and sashimi platter are equally strong.

What grapes are in Derbusco Cives Brut Nature?

Chardonnay-led blend with Pinot Nero from 12.5 estate hectares on the Erbusco moraine.

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