Antica Fratta Franciacorta Essence Rose Brut 2021
Antica Fratta Franciacorta Essence Rose Brut 2021
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91 pts Vinous
The 2021 Franciacorta Rosé Essence is distinctly savory as white strawberries blend with notes of stone dust and spice. It is sharply focused, with a citrus twang upfront that elevates its tart orchard fruits. This leaves a pleasant inner sweetness and a mouth-watering finish lingering with a cherry resonance.
- By Eric Guido on December 2025
A gentle, soft pinkish color heralds aromas of wild and fruits, supported by more than 42 months of aging on the lees.
Color: A soft shade of pink, with reflections that veer towards salmon with slight variations perceivable each vintage, due to the different degree of ripeness of the pinot noir grapes
Bouquet: Intense, small red berries with aromas of candy
Palate: A good balanced structure, fragrant, intense, excellent persistence and a pleasant body
Perlage: Very gentle yet persistent, creamy mousse
Food pairing: Recommended for the whole meal, especially with entrées, flavoursome meat and fish dishes. Ideal with salami and cheese, but also sushi
Serving temperature: 7° – 8°C. (45°F)
Type of soil: Calcareous-clayey
Type of grapes: 70% pinot noir e0% chardonnay.
Yield per hectare: The vintage is characterized by a good yielld. The weather allowed us to reach 80-100 Qli/ha.
Vintage: Vintage 2017 and therefore obtained from the skillful assemblage of the best grapes of that year; the use of pinot noir, vinified in red gives a good body and structure and above all elegance,
with a tannin content which is never aggressive.
Harvest: Between mid-August and early September when the grapes have reached the correct sugar ripeness, but still have a considerable acidity and freshness
Maturation: 42 months of maturation on lees. After disgorgement, the bottles rest in the cellar for another 5-6 months.
Our tasting note:
Very elegant with a beautiful light pink color. 65% Pinot Nero, 35% Chardonnay. Grapes fermented separately and then blended before bottling. The wine is very smooth and in total balance. It has a creamy texture and a long finish. You get notes of strawberry and other red fruits and also delicate red flowers. It has great acidity. Drink now or in the next 4 years. This is clearly a winner and wonderful value.
The 2021 Franciacorta Rosé Essence is distinctly savory as white strawberries blend with notes of stone dust and spice. It is sharply focused, with a citrus twang upfront that elevates its tart orchard fruits. This leaves a pleasant inner sweetness and a mouth-watering finish lingering with a cherry resonance.
- By Eric Guido on December 2025
A gentle, soft pinkish color heralds aromas of wild and fruits, supported by more than 42 months of aging on the lees.
Color: A soft shade of pink, with reflections that veer towards salmon with slight variations perceivable each vintage, due to the different degree of ripeness of the pinot noir grapes
Bouquet: Intense, small red berries with aromas of candy
Palate: A good balanced structure, fragrant, intense, excellent persistence and a pleasant body
Perlage: Very gentle yet persistent, creamy mousse
Food pairing: Recommended for the whole meal, especially with entrées, flavoursome meat and fish dishes. Ideal with salami and cheese, but also sushi
Serving temperature: 7° – 8°C. (45°F)
Type of soil: Calcareous-clayey
Type of grapes: 70% pinot noir e0% chardonnay.
Yield per hectare: The vintage is characterized by a good yielld. The weather allowed us to reach 80-100 Qli/ha.
Vintage: Vintage 2017 and therefore obtained from the skillful assemblage of the best grapes of that year; the use of pinot noir, vinified in red gives a good body and structure and above all elegance,
with a tannin content which is never aggressive.
Harvest: Between mid-August and early September when the grapes have reached the correct sugar ripeness, but still have a considerable acidity and freshness
Maturation: 42 months of maturation on lees. After disgorgement, the bottles rest in the cellar for another 5-6 months.
Our tasting note:
Very elegant with a beautiful light pink color. 65% Pinot Nero, 35% Chardonnay. Grapes fermented separately and then blended before bottling. The wine is very smooth and in total balance. It has a creamy texture and a long finish. You get notes of strawberry and other red fruits and also delicate red flowers. It has great acidity. Drink now or in the next 4 years. This is clearly a winner and wonderful value.
