In the glass
Aroma: green apple, fresh bread, lemon, white flower
Palate: citrus, fine bubble, saline lift, fresh close
Brut Franciacorta from organic San Cristoforo at Villa Pedergnano in the Erbusco commune. Chardonnay-led traditional-method sparkling.
What it pairs with
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Lake Iseo lake sardines
Saline lake fish and the wine's saline-mineral lift lock together. -
Risotto with Bagoss cheese
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Creamy Brescian rice and fine-bubble Brut share lift. -
Fresh oysters
Saline shellfish and bone-dry Franciacorta are a classic match. -
Aperitivo bites
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Brut Franciacorta keeps an aperitivo hour fresh and clean.
History
Brut Franciacorta from organic San Cristoforo. Founded in 1992 by Bruno and Claudia at Villa Pedergnano; today led by Celeste on 10 organic hectares.
- 1992 — San Cristoforo founded at Villa Pedergnano
Facts
- Producer
- San Cristoforo
- Grapes
- Chardonnay, Pinot Nero
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta
- Oak
- Traditional method, minimum 24 months on lees
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 20 to 28 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-7 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 1992
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about San Cristoforo Franciacorta Brut
What does San Cristoforo 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 San Cristoforo Brut?
Drink 1 to 7 years from disgorgement. Best as a fresh aperitif or with light Brescian seafood.
Is San Cristoforo Brut vegan?
Yes. San Cristoforo uses vegan fining on its organic Franciacorta.
What food pairs with San Cristoforo Brut?
Lake Iseo lake sardines is the canonical pairing. Risotto with Bagoss cheese, fresh oysters, and aperitivo bites are equally strong.
What grapes are in San Cristoforo Brut?
Chardonnay-led blend with Pinot Nero from 10 organic estate hectares at Villa Pedergnano.