In the glass
Aroma: yellow apple, white peach, acacia honey, fresh almond, brioche
Palate: ripe pear, yellow apple, soft creamy mousse, lemon zest
Ricci Curbastro's organic Satèn, Chardonnay-led with a small Pinot Bianco portion. Bottled at the softer 4.5 bar of pressure with the cellar's signature acacia honey lift.
What it pairs with
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Risotto allo zafferano
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Saffron risotto finds a foil in the wine's yellow apple and acacia honey; soft mousse handles the Carnaroli starch. -
Pollo arrosto al limone
Lemon roast chicken meets the wine's brioche and yellow peach; medium body holds up to the bird's roasted fat. -
Pesce persico al burro
Lake Iseo perch in butter finds a foil in the wine's brioche and soft mousse.
History
Satèn extension of the Ricci Curbastro range, organic and bottled at the soft 4.5 bar mousse of the DOCG Satèn category.
- 1992 — First Ricci Curbastro Satèn release
Facts
- Producer
- Ricci Curbastro
- Grapes
- Chardonnay (90%), Pinot Bianco (10%)
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta Satèn
- Oak
- Stainless steel; minimum 30 months on lees in bottle; bottled at 4.5 bar of pressure
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 24 to 36 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-6 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 1992
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Ricci Curbastro Satèn
What does Ricci Curbastro Satèn taste like?
Yellow apple, white peach, acacia honey, fresh almond and brioche on the nose; ripe pear, yellow apple, soft creamy mousse and lemon zest on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium acidity and a long finish.
Is Ricci Curbastro Satèn organic?
Yes. The Satèn is bottled from organically certified Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco. Ricci Curbastro holds organic certification across the estate.
When should I drink Ricci Curbastro Satèn?
Drink within 0 to 6 years of disgorgement. The silky mousse and stone fruit aromatics are at their best between 1 and 4 years from disgorgement.