In the glass
Aroma: green apple, white peach, lemon zest, fresh almond, white flowers
Palate: green apple, lemon pith, creamy mousse, saline minerality
Ricci Curbastro's organic Brut from the Capriolo cellar, which the family has farmed since 1885. Chardonnay-led with 30 months on lees, creamy mousse and a saline finish.
What it pairs with
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Casoncelli alla bresciana
Beef-and-breadcrumb stuffed pasta from Brescia finds a foil in the wine's creamy mousse; in-region pairing. -
Pesce persico fritto
Lake Iseo perch fillets find their match in the wine's lemon pith and saline finish. -
Burrata with anchovy
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Almond aromatics mirror the burrata's lactic core; saline minerality carries the anchovy brine.
History
The Ricci Curbastro family has farmed Capriolo since 1885 and bottled wine since the cellar's earliest DOC Franciacorta years. Now certified organic with a focus on heritage viticulture.
- 1885 — Ricci Curbastro family begins viticulture at Capriolo
Facts
- Producer
- Ricci Curbastro
- Grapes
- Chardonnay (75%), Pinot Bianco (15%), Pinot Nero (10%)
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta Brut
- Oak
- Stainless steel; minimum 30 months on lees in bottle
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 18 to 28 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-5 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 1985
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Ricci Curbastro Brut
What does Ricci Curbastro Brut taste like?
Green apple, white peach, lemon zest, fresh almond and white flowers on the nose; green apple, lemon pith, creamy mousse and saline minerality on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a medium finish.
Is Ricci Curbastro organic?
Yes. The cellar holds organic certification across the estate. The family has farmed Capriolo since 1885 and pursues heritage viticulture alongside its organic programme.
When should I drink Ricci Curbastro Brut?
Drink within 0 to 5 years of disgorgement. The wine carries a creamy mousse and almond aromatics; younger releases are at their freshest.