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Erbamat, The Fourth Grape of Franciacorta

By Paolo Valente / 9th November 2023

Since 2017 the Production Regulations (Disciplinare di Produzione) provides for the possibility of using also Erbamat grape to produce Franciacorta together with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc. It’s allowed to use Erbamat in blending up to a maximum of 10% in all types of Franciacorta except for the Saten. Erbamat is an autochthonous grape…

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A New Winery in Franciacorta: Terre d’Aenòr

By Paolo Valente / 3rd August 2023

Terre d’Aenor is his name and Eleonora Bianchi (Aenòr is the german root of the name) is the creator of the winery’s vision. Eleonora was born in 1995 and she has a personal and professional story which is unusual compared to the typical wine careers. In fact, after classical studies at high school, she graduated…

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Franciacorta and the Pinot Blanc – The Experience of Mirabella

By Paolo Valente / 25th May 2023

Franciacorta is one of the most reputed areas for sparkling wines in Italy. The regulation for the production of Franciacorta DOCG Wines authorizes the usage of four grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc and Erbamat. Today we will focus on Pinot Blanc and we will analyse the Erbamat variety later on, in a specific future…

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Villa Franciacorta, Passion and Savoir-Faire

By Paolo Valente / 14th March 2023

Climate change is impacting all territories and activities linked to agriculture, including wine production. The rise of temperature and the more and more dramatic drought is the cause of the reduction of production, a decrease of acidity and an increase of sugar content (and the alcohol) with the consequences of imbalance in the structure of…

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Quick Guide On Franciacorta

By Yara Sacchetto / 17th January 2023

For lovers of sparkling wines and bubbles it is fantastic to know that there is not only Champagne or Crémant available. In fact, there are many alternatives all over the world and they all represent the territory of origin with enthusiasm and passion. Have you ever heard of Franciacorta? No? Let’s go fix it! Franciacorta…

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Italian Sparkling Wines: Franciacorta, Prosecco and Trento DOC

By Glass of Bubbly Content / 16th May 2022

Everyone worldwide knows Italian sparkling wines and will associate anything bubbly with Italy. But since Italy is home to several sparkling and lightly sparkling wine brands, choosing a good brand can always be a hit or a miss. And while Prosecco continues to conquer the world, Italy has an array of sparkling wines worth your consideration, such as Franciacorta and…

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Stefania & Christopher Episode 5: Franciacorta

By Stefania Ruffo / 28th September 2021

The lake breeze blowing, the leaves rustling, the alternation of dark and light colors. Wineries hidden by soft lights release vivacious bubbles to gladden hearts: welcome to Franciacorta! If you are seeking an Italian fizz to brighten your mood, then Franciacorta would satisfy your highest expectations: sparkling like diamonds, charismatic and lively will dazzle you…

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Three Northern Italian Giants

Trentodoc, Franciacorta & Prosecco – 3 Northern Italian Giants

By Christopher Walkey / 12th January 2021

I am sure that out of these three famous wine regions you will have at least heard of one, that being ‘Prosecco‘. Over recent years the emergence and popularity of Prosecco has been global with favourable sales figures, reviews and a growing fan base. Loved by many and loathed by few, Prosecco has been the…

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Franciacorta, Bubbles like Diamonds

By Stefania Ruffo / 9th November 2018

Have you ever wondered why women are so fond of diamonds? Is there a reason why each time they see those stones they act like magpies trying to get them? Is that because that their shimmer enhances their beauty? Or makes them more self-confident? Or just because often diamonds are a symbol of love? Who…

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