Franciacorta Brut Conte Aymo Tenuta Montenisa - Antinori 2020

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Franciacorta Brut Conte Aymo 2020 – Tenuta Montenisa | Marchesi Antinori

The 2020 Franciacorta Brut Conte Aymo from Tenuta Montenisa , owned by Marchesi Antinori , is a classic method sparkling wine of great refinement and personality, an emblem of Franciacorta elegance. It has a luminous straw yellow color and a fine, persistent perlage . On the nose, it expresses notes of white flowers, green apple, citrus, and bread crust , enriched with delicate hints of almond and noble yeasts. On the palate, it is fresh, balanced, and harmonious , with a pleasant savory finish and a long, refined finish.

Winemaking Method

The Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Blanc grapes are selected from the Tenuta Montenisa vineyards, in the heart of Franciacorta . After gentle pressing , the must ferments in stainless steel at a controlled temperature to preserve its purity and aromatic freshness. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle, following the classic method , with aging on the lees for approximately 36 months , which gives the wine its creaminess and complexity.

Conservation and Maturation

Store horizontally in a cool, dry place , away from light and vibrations. Serve at 8–10°C to best enhance the finesse of the perlage and aromatic intensity. It can evolve positively for 4–5 years after bottling.

Awards and Prizes 2024/2025

• James Suckling 2024: 92 points

• Wine Enthusiast 2024: 91 points

• Decanter World Wine Awards 2025: Medaglia d’Argento

Food Pairings

• Seafood appetizers and fish crudités

• Sushi and sashimi

• Light fish-based first courses

• Fresh and goat cheeses

Technical Data Sheet

• Grape varieties: Chardonnay (70%), Pinot Noir (25%), Pinot Blanc (5%)

• Alcohol content: 12.5%

• Production area: Franciacorta, Lombardy

• Denomination: Franciacorta DOCG

• Aging: 36 months on the lees in the bottle