NV Ferghettina Franciacorta, Brut, Lombardy, ItalyABOUT THE WINEFerghettinas NV Franciacorta Brut is a traditional method sparkling wine made from 95% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Nero, sourced from over 100 organically farmed vineyard parcels across the varied morainic soils of Franciacorta. Aged for 24 months on the lees, it develops subtle autolytic complexity without sacrificing freshness. The Chardonnay brings citrus vibrancy and floral lift, while the touch of Pinot Nero adds structure and depth.

Castello di Volpaia owns 46 hectares (114 acres) of vineyards

Laura Catena—managing director of Bodega Catena Zapata and a fourth-generation vintner—the domaine reflects her deep passion for Pinot Noir and her desire to craft wines that can stand alongside the world’s best

the estate is helmed by winemaker Fred Merwarth and agronomist Oskar Bynke

Grapes are harvested manually every year

The grapes are lightly pressed and fermented in cask (20% new) before ageing two winters

with crisp acidity lifting flavors of cranberry

or soft-rind cheeses like Chaource

Whole clusters of grapes are fermented

Domaine Leflaive is a legendary estate in Burgundy

all farmed organically

best enjoyed slightly chilled

With a small amount of residual sugar