Blànc, Franciacorta DOCG from Contadi Castaldi, is one of Italy's most awarded wines. It has won numerous international awards, including one at the Decanter World Wine Awards. It is made from a blend of equal parts Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco grapes. Grapes that come from 37 vineyards located high in the hills. As expected, the grapes are hand-picked and softly pressed. The must decants statically under cold conditions and then ferments in stainless steel with selected yeasts. It then matures for about 7 months in stainless steel, after which it is bottled and left to rest on the yeasts for at least 30 months. After disgorgement, it matures for a further 3 months in the bottle. A wine of great complexity, the Franciacorta DOCG Blànc has a brilliant straw yellow colour. The perlage is fine and persistent. The nose offers a broad and complex bouquet, with notes of yellow citrus fruits, almond, salt, broom and honeysuckle. In the mouth, it is elegant, fresh and mineral, with a full and persistent structure. To appreciate it at its best, this Franciacorta DOCG can be paired with fish dishes, shellfish and fresh cheeses. It also goes well with light first courses and appetisers. Complex and with great structure, this wine will surprise you with its quality.