Barone Pizzini Naturae
Wine Description
Barone Pizzini was founded in 1870 by the noble family of the same name. It is one of the oldest wineries in Franciacorta, and was the first winery in the region to promote biodiversity and natural farming methods. This choice was made in the mid-nineties because it was considered an essential condition to have “live” vines, which give healthy grapes to make high-quality wines that are a complete expression of the terroir.
Naturae is a rigorous blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Nero from several vineyards: Roccolo, Clogna, Carabioli, Ronchi, Prada, Roncaglia, Santella, Pian delle Viti, Gallo and Polzina. Grapes coming from the higher elevation vineyard Pian delle Viti are influenced by limestone rich soils giving defined structure and distinct mineral aspects.
After an August harvest, the Chardonnay and Pinot Nero are gently pressed and fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel and barrels. It is aged for six months in stainless steel tanks and barriques, followed by 30 to 40 months in bottle on the natural yeasts until disgorgement. Nature is dosage zéro.
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