In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: white peach, fresh bread, lemon, white flower

Palate: citrus, fine bubble, creamy lees, long fresh close

Satèn Millesimato Franciacorta from organic Santus. 100 percent Chardonnay vintage traditional-method sparkling.

What it pairs with

History

Satèn Millesimato Franciacorta from organic Santus at Passirano.

  1. 2005 — First Santus Satèn Millesimato release

Facts

Producer
Santus
Grapes
Chardonnay (100%)
Classification
DOCG Franciacorta
Oak
Traditional method, minimum 30 months on lees, bottled at 4.5 bar, vintage-only Millesimato
ABV
12.5%
Price
EUR 26 to 38 at retail
Drinking window
2-10 from disgorgement
First vintage
2005
Organic
ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Santus Franciacorta Satèn

What does Santus Satèn taste like?

White peach, fresh bread, lemon and white flower on the nose; citrus, fine bubble, creamy lees and a long fresh close on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.

When should I drink Santus Satèn?

Drink 2 to 10 years from disgorgement. Vintage Millesimato Satèn rewards short cellar age.

Is Santus Satèn vegan?

Yes. Santus uses vegan fining.

What food pairs with Santus Satèn?

Risotto with Bagoss cheese is the canonical pairing. Veal vitello tonnato, lake Iseo trout in cartoccio, and lobster thermidor are equally strong.

What grapes are in Santus Satèn?

100 percent Chardonnay per the Satèn disciplinare requirement.

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