In the glass
Aroma: green apple, fresh bread, lemon, white flower
Palate: citrus, fine bubble, saline lift, fresh close
Brut Franciacorta from Quadra at Cologne. Chardonnay-led traditional-method sparkling from the southwestern DOCG edge.
What it pairs with
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Lake Iseo lake sardines
Saline lake fish and the wine's saline-mineral lift lock together. -
Fresh oysters
Saline shellfish and bone-dry Franciacorta are a classic match. -
Risotto with Bagoss cheese
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Creamy Brescian rice and fine-bubble Brut share lift. -
Aperitivo bites
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Brut Franciacorta keeps an aperitivo hour fresh and clean.
History
Brut Franciacorta from Quadra. Founded in 2002 by Ugo Ghezzi at Cologne, managed by enologist Mario Falcetti on 20 estate hectares producing around 160,000 bottles a year.
- 2002 — Quadra founded by Ugo Ghezzi at Cologne
Facts
- Producer
- Quadra
- Grapes
- Chardonnay, Pinot Nero
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta
- Oak
- Traditional method, minimum 24 months on lees
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 18 to 26 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-7 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 2002
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Quadra Franciacorta Brut
What does Quadra 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 Quadra Brut?
Drink 1 to 7 years from disgorgement. Best as a fresh aperitif.
Is Quadra Brut vegan?
Yes. Quadra uses vegan fining.
What food pairs with Quadra Brut?
Lake Iseo lake sardines is the canonical pairing. Fresh oysters, risotto with Bagoss cheese, and aperitivo bites are equally strong.
What grapes are in Quadra Brut?
Chardonnay-led blend with Pinot Nero from 20 estate hectares at Cologne.