Majolini Franciacorta Satèn by Majolini

Structure

Bodymedium

Tanninlow

Acidityhigh

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oakoak aged

Drinking window

Best 1 to 7 years from disgorgement.

disgorgement1 yrs7 yrs9 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 acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: white peach, fresh bread, lemon, white flower

Palate: citrus, fine bubble, creamy lees, long fresh close

Satèn Franciacorta from organic Majolini. Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco traditional-method sparkling at the softer 4.5 bar Satèn pressure.

What it pairs with

Risotto with Bagoss cheese Find risotto with bagoss cheese on TableJourney →
Creamy Brescian rice and softer-bubble Satèn lock together.
Veal vitello tonnato Find veal vitello tonnato on TableJourney →
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 organic Majolini. The Pinot Bianco-inflected Satèn typical of the appellation.

2000: First Majolini Satèn release

Facts

Producer: Majolini · visiting guide
Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco
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
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Majolini Franciacorta Satèn

What does Majolini 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 Majolini Satèn?

Drink 1 to 7 years from disgorgement. Satèn drinks beautifully young.

Is Majolini Satèn vegan?

Yes. Majolini uses vegan fining.

What food pairs with Majolini 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 Majolini Satèn?

Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco per the Satèn disciplinare requirement.

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