Franciacorta Riserva DOCG Contessa Maggi Tenuta Montenisa - Antinori 2020

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Franciacorta Riserva DOCG Contessa Maggi 2020 – Tenuta Montenisa

The Franciacorta Riserva DOCG Contessa Maggi 2020 from Tenuta Montenisa , belonging to the historic Marchesi Antinori family , represents one of the finest expressions of Italian classic method sparkling winemaking. It is an elegant, complex, and harmonious Franciacorta , characterized by a fine, persistent perlage and a bright golden yellow color . On the nose, it offers notes of pastry, candied citrus, dried fruit, and honey , with toasted and mineral nuances. On the palate, it is enveloping and creamy , with a great balance between freshness and structure and a long, refined finish.

Winemaking Method

Produced according to the classic method , Contessa Maggi is made from carefully selected Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from the Tenuta Montenisa vineyards, located in the heart of Franciacorta . After soft pressing , the must ferments in stainless steel at a controlled temperature, while a portion matures in French oak barriques . The second fermentation takes place in the bottle, followed by aging on the lees for approximately 60 months , which gives it complexity and aromatic depth.

Conservation and Maturation

Store horizontally in a cool place, away from light and heat . Serve at 8–10°C to fully appreciate its aromatic nuances and fine perlage. It is a wine with great longevity, capable of harmoniously evolving for over 5 years after its release.

Awards and Prizes 2024/2025

• Wine Spectator 2024: 94 points

• James Suckling 2024: 95 points

• Decanter World Wine Awards 2025: Medaglia d’Oro

• Falstaff Sparkling Trophy 2024: 93 points

Food Pairings

• Oysters and seafood

• Fish and shellfish carpaccio

• Seafood risotto

• Aged or blue cheeses

Technical Data Sheet

• Grape varieties: Chardonnay (80%), Pinot Noir (20%)

• Alcohol content: 12.5%

• Production area: Franciacorta, Lombardy

• Denomination: Franciacorta Riserva DOCG

• Aging: 60 months on the lees in the bottle