In the glass
Aroma: green apple, lemon zest, chalk, fresh almond, white flowers
Palate: green apple, lemon pith, saline minerality, fine green herbs
Monte Rossa's Dosaggio Zero. Chardonnay-led with no liqueur d'expedition at disgorgement, exposing the moraine-hill chalk.
What it pairs with
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Oysters mignonette
Zero dosage and chalky minerality mirror the briny shellfish; high acidity carries the vinegar mignonette. -
Insalata di mare
Mixed cold seafood salad finds a foil in the wine's saline finish; high acidity carries the lemon dressing. -
Sushi nigiri
Low alcohol and chalky finish keep the focus on raw fish; saline minerality echoes the rice vinegar.
History
Coupe Non Dosato is Monte Rossa's zero-dosage statement. Vinified clean in stainless steel for transparency to the moraine terroir.
- 2012 — First Coupe Non Dosato release
Facts
- Producer
- Monte Rossa
- Grapes
- Chardonnay (80%), Pinot Nero (20%)
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero
- Oak
- Stainless steel; minimum 30 months on lees in bottle; no liqueur d'expedition at disgorgement
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 28 to 42 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-7 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 2012
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Monte Rossa Coupe Non Dosato
What does Monte Rossa Coupe Non Dosato taste like?
Green apple, lemon zest, chalk, fresh almond and white flowers on the nose; green apple, lemon pith, saline minerality and fine green herbs on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a long, mineral finish.
What does Non Dosato mean?
Non Dosato (or Dosaggio Zero in DOCG terms) means no liqueur d'expedition is added at disgorgement. Residual sugar is under 3 grams per litre, exposing the wine's natural acidity and minerality.
When should I drink Coupe Non Dosato?
Drink within 0 to 7 years of disgorgement. The chalky core benefits from at least 2 years from disgorgement to harmonise with the patisserie autolysis.