Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishmedium
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 0 to 5 years from disgorgement.
disgorgement0 yrs5 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, white peach, white flowers, fresh almond, brioche

Palate: green apple, lemon zest, creamy mousse, fresh almond

Monte Rossa's volume Brut from the Rabotti family's Cazzago San Martino cellar. The P.R. abbreviation is the founder's initials. Chardonnay-led with a creamy mousse.

What it pairs with

  • Brescian aperitivo platter
    Salame Brescia and Bagòss cheese meet the wine's high acidity and creamy mousse; classic in-region aperitivo.
  • Carpaccio di branzino
    Raw sea bass finds a foil in the wine's lemon zest and saline finish.
  • Risotto agli asparagi Find risotto agli asparagi on TableJourney →
    Asparagus risotto meets the wine's white peach and brioche; creamy mousse handles the Carnaroli starch.

History

Monte Rossa was founded in 1972 by Paolo Rabotti at Cazzago San Martino. P.R. carries his initials and anchors the volume tier; the Rabotti family still runs the cellar.

  1. 1972: Monte Rossa founded by Paolo Rabotti

Facts

Producer
Monte Rossa · visiting guide
Grapes
Chardonnay (80%), Pinot Nero (15%), Pinot Bianco (5%)
Classification
DOCG Franciacorta Brut
Oak
Stainless steel only; minimum 24 months on lees in bottle
ABV
12.5%
Price
EUR 22 to 32 at retail
Drinking window
0-5 from disgorgement
First vintage
1972
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Monte Rossa P.R. Brut

What does Monte Rossa P.R. Brut taste like?

Green apple, white peach, white flowers, fresh almond and brioche on the nose; green apple, lemon zest, creamy mousse and fresh almond on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a medium finish.

What does P.R. stand for?

P.R. carries the initials of Monte Rossa's founder Paolo Rabotti, who launched the cellar in 1972 at Cazzago San Martino. The Rabotti family still runs the estate today.

When should I drink Monte Rossa P.R. Brut?

Drink within 0 to 5 years of disgorgement. The wine carries a creamy mousse and almond aromatics; younger releases are at their freshest.

Tags

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