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Berlucchi Franciacorta 61 Nature 2018
Berlucchi Franciacorta 61 Nature 2018 – Prestige Italian Sparkling Wine from Franciacorta
Buy Berlucchi Franciacorta 61 Nature 2018 Online | Ultra-Dry Italian Sparkling Wine
Berlucchi Franciacorta 61 Nature 2018 is a benchmark expression of zero-dosage Franciacorta, combining precision winemaking with remarkable depth and elegance. Crafted by renowned winemakers Arturo Ziliani and Ferdinando Dall’Acquila, this vintage sparkling wine represents the pinnacle of Italian méthode traditionnelle excellence.
Produced in Franciacorta, Lombardy, Italy’s most prestigious sparkling wine appellation, this cuvée is made from 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir, delivering a refined balance of finesse, structure, and complexity. With 0 g/l residual sugar, it is an uncompromisingly dry style, designed for connoisseurs who appreciate purity, minerality, and terroir expression.
Overview of Berlucchi Franciacorta 61 Nature 2018
Berlucchi Franciacorta 61 Nature 2018 is fermented and aged with meticulous attention to detail, allowing the character of the fruit and long lees ageing to shine without dosage. The result is a very dry, crisp, and precise sparkling wine with a linear profile and exceptional ageing potential.
With an ABV of 12.5%, fine persistent mousse, and a clean mineral backbone, this wine is ideally suited to fine dining, seafood pairings, or as a luxury aperitif. It is vegetarian and vegan friendly, contains sulphites, and is sealed with a traditional mushroom cork to preserve freshness and aromatic complexity.
Tasting Notes – Berlucchi Franciacorta 61 Nature 2018
Aroma and Bouquet
The nose opens with layers of ripe yellow peach, crisp apricot, and candied citrus peel, followed by refined notes of freshly baked brioche, toasted almond, and subtle mineral undertones. The aromatic profile is complex yet precise, reflecting extended lees ageing and careful maturation.
Palate and Finish
On the palate, this Franciacorta is taut, vibrant, and beautifully structured. The Chardonnay provides elegance and lifted acidity, while the Pinot Noir adds depth and textural richness. Flavours of stone fruit and citrus evolve into a long, clean, bone-dry finish with a saline edge and impressive persistence.
This is a sparkling wine of clarity and sophistication, offering a pure, terroir-driven expression that unfolds gracefully with every sip.
Why Buy Berlucchi Franciacorta 61 Nature 2018?
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Zero dosage sparkling wine with 0 g/l residual sugar
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One of the finest examples of Franciacorta Nature
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Ideal alternative to prestige Champagne
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Perfect for fine dining, seafood, oysters, and Michelin-style cuisine
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Exceptional quality for collectors and luxury wine lovers
Awards and Recognition
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Tre Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso
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92 Points – Wine Enthusiast
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Gold Medal – The Drinks Business Sparkling Wine Awards
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Highly Commended – Decanter World Wine Awards
Suggested Internal Links
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Franciacorta Sparkling Wines Collection
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Luxury Italian Wines
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Champagne and Premium Sparkling Alternatives
Customer Reviews
★★★★★ – Exceptional purity and finesse
“A stunningly dry Franciacorta with incredible precision. Elegant, mineral, and beautifully complex. One of the best Italian sparkling wines I’ve tasted.”
★★★★★ – A serious Champagne alternative
“Bone dry, refined, and perfectly balanced. The lack of dosage really lets the quality shine. Outstanding value for this level of craftsmanship.”
★★★★☆ – Sophisticated and food-friendly
“Crisp acidity, fine mousse, and a long savoury finish. Perfect with oysters and seafood. A wine for true sparkling wine lovers.”
Product Details
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Grape Variety: 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir
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Country: Italy
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Region: Lombardy, Franciacorta
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Alcohol By Volume: 12.5%
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Style: Very Dry (Nature / Zero Dosage)
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Residual Sugar: 0 g/l
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Closure: Mushroom Cork
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Case Size: 6 x 75cl
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Vegetarian/Vegan: Yes / Yes
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| Price | £230.75 |
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| Country | Italy |
| Region | Italy Lombardy |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Bottles Per Case | 6 |
| Bottle Size (cl) | 75 |
| Winery | The Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vines are grown in the estate vineyards of Arzelle, Rovere, San Carlo, and Ragnoli in the heart of the Franciacorta DOCG at a high density of 10,000 vines/ha. The Morainic soils were formed during the last Ice Age; gravely, stony soils are well-drained and rich in minerals. The cold winds from the Alps greatly influence the vineyards; however, the continental climate is mitigated by the effects of Lake DaIseo. The Berlucchi vines are Guyot and spurred cordon trained. For over 20 years, Berlucchi has been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability projects, such as vigour mapping the use of satellite images and multispectral cameras that capture plant's photosynthetic activity and, consequently, their state of health in real-time, which allows for bespoke cultivation, soil zoning and increasing biodiversity in viticulture. 2016, the three-year conversion to organic viticulture was completed; low-impact products have been used since 2000. Cover crops, integrated pest management, natural fertilizers, and hand-harvesting |















