In the glass
Aroma: yellow apple, toasted brioche, almond, saline
Palate: citrus, fine persistent bubble, creamy lees, long mineral close
Long-lees Riserva Franciacorta from Tenuta Villa Crespia. The Brolese Riserva cuvée in the Muratori group's Villa Crespia line at Adro.
What it pairs with
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Aged Bagoss cheese
Mountain cheese and brioche-rich Riserva are a Brescian match. -
Lobster thermidor
Rich shellfish and brioche-rich Riserva lock together. -
Black truffle pasta
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Earthy truffle and almond-toasted Riserva share savoury depth. -
Risotto alla milanese
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Saffron rice and long-lees Riserva share golden depth.
History
Long-lees Riserva Franciacorta from Tenuta Villa Crespia. The Brolese cuvée at Adro.
- 2010 — First Villa Crespia Brolese Riserva release
Facts
- Producer
- Tenuta Villa Crespia
- Grapes
- Chardonnay, Pinot Nero
- Classification
- DOCG Franciacorta
- Oak
- Traditional method, minimum 60 months on lees
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 40 to 60 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-15 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 2010
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Villa Crespia Brolese Riserva
What does Villa Crespia Brolese taste like?
Yellow apple, toasted brioche, almond and saline on the nose; citrus, fine persistent bubble, creamy lees and a long mineral close on the palate. Full-bodied with high acidity.
When should I drink Villa Crespia Brolese?
Drink 3 to 15 years from disgorgement. Long-lees Riserva rewards cellar age.
Is Villa Crespia Brolese vegan?
Yes. The cellar uses vegan fining.
What food pairs with Villa Crespia Brolese?
Aged Bagoss cheese is the canonical pairing. Lobster thermidor, black truffle pasta, and risotto alla milanese are equally strong.
How long is Villa Crespia Brolese aged?
Minimum 60 months on the lees per the Franciacorta Riserva disciplinare.