Franciacorta Extra Brut 'Alma Assemblage 2' Magnum Bellavista

The Franciacorta 'Magnum Alma Assemblage 2' Extra Brut from the renowned Lombardy winery Bellavista is testament to the elegant and consistently balanced touch of the house's sparkling wines, marking a new and fascinating chapter in Bellavista's history. In fact, the 'Alma Assemblage 2' collection, consisting of three different labels, was released in 2024, following an ambitious project that began in 1977 "with the aim of seeking the pure essence of harmony". The number 2 emphasises the fact that each harvest is a new beginning, something unique and unrepeatable, which needs to be listened to and then interpreted by the winery.

Magnum Extra Brut Franciacorta Bellavista 'Alma Assemblage 2' is made from a solid base of Chardonnay grapes (86%), combined with 13% Pinot Noir and 1% Pinot Blanc. The grapes, harvested entirely by hand using small crates, come from countless plots scattered throughout the territory, with vines averaging almost 30 years of age. Approximately 30% of the vintage wine is aged in small oak barrels, and a certain percentage of reserve wine from previous harvests is also used in the preparation of the sparkling wine base. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle according to the Metodo Classico, combined with at least 30 months of ageing on the lees before disgorging and final dosage as Extra Brut, with 3.5 g/l of residual sugar.

Upon visual examination, Bellavista's Franciacorta Magnum Extra Brut 'Alma Assemblage 2' exhibits a bright straw yellow colour with fine and persistent effervescence. The complex aromatic bouquet is defined by sensations of citrus fruits, flowers and aromatic herbs, enhanced by nuances of bakery and baked goods. Creamy and elegant on the palate, it is characterised by a progression of great dynamism and tension that rests on a balanced mineral finish. A large format that immediately calls for grand toasts!