Francesco I – Franciacorta DOCG Brut Rosé – Uberti

The Francesco I Brut Rosé of the Uberti winery

The Francesco I Brut Rosé of the Uberti winery comes from a cuvée of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Nero whose vineyards are located in the municipalities of Erbusco, Adro and Cazzago, in the province of Brescia. It best represents the winery’s identity and what it means to be a winemaker in the Franciacorta region.

It was 1793 when Agostino Uberti became the owner of a small farmhouse and the adjoining vineyards. The farmhouse is based in Erbusco, and it is from here that the dynasty of the Uberti winery begins, one of the most historic wineries in Franciacorta. The Uberti family was also one of the first wineries to believe in bottled refermented wine which is now appreciated worldwide.

THE WINEMAKING

The grape harvest is strictly manual, and only the selected bunches are brought to the cellar for winemaking. The Pinot Noir remains in contact with the skins for a few days to obtain that beautiful pink color. After a light pressing, the must age in steel tanks separately. The cuvée is created and the wine is bottled in the spring following the harvest and left to rest on the lees for over 24 months. After disgorgement, the wine rests in the cellar for at least six months before being put on the market.

Tasting the wine of the winery

Baby pink with pleasant orange reflections and a fine and persistent perlage; the aroma is elegant with hints of red fruit such as strawberry and raspberry that leave room for notes of grapefruit to close with scents of cinnamon. Fresh on the palate, this rosé from the Uberti winery is well-balanced and persistent.

FOOD PAIRINGS

Excellent as an aperitif, it goes well with fish, shellfish, and sushi. Try it with Indian cuisine.

THE AWARDS

– 4 grapes by the guide Bibenda
– Veronelli 2 stars