“A non-vintage Franciacorta Brut based on the 2019 vintage; the wine takes its name from the fact that Baron Edoardo Pizzini founded one of the first gold courses in Italy. 100% Chardonnay. Bright, medium-intense yellow; good persistence of bubbles. Lovely aromas of lemon, green apple and lilies. Medium-full, this has a rich mid-palate, very good acidity and impressive persistence. Quite dry, this has appealing freshness; enjoy over the next 3-5 years.”

“This Franciacorta is an orchard-fruit forward wine, exuding freshness and vitality. Its lifted and lively character makes it an ideal choice for an aperitivo.”

“Fresh and lively floral aromas waft from the glass followed by spiced poached pears topped with citrus zest and a hint of fresh bread. It’s light and refreshing on the palate with zippy acidy, crisp green apple notes and a salty finish.”

“The NV Franciacorta Golf 1927 is decidedly savory, with a spicy blend of dried apricots and peaches complicated by hints of cardamom. This opens with a pretty inner sweetness and a soft wave of soothing bubbles. A salty tinge complicates its ripe orchard fruits. This finishes fresh and with admirable length as a bump of residual acidity keeps the mouth watering for more.”

“Made with all Chardonnay, the organic Barone Pizzini NV Franciacorta Golf 1927 Extra Brut has a simple delivery with easy aromas of fresh lemon, peach and honeydew melon. The wine is tart and nicely crisp with good energy in terms of its mouthfeel and perlage. You get a hint of spicy ginger or crushed oyster shell on the mineral-driven close.”

“Orange zest and bread crust aromas carry over to the tangy palate along with ripe yellow apple and walnut. Bright acidity and a lively perlage provide the backdrop.”

“A blend of 94% Chardonnay, 6% Pinot Nero; disgorged July 2019. Light yellow, good persistent stream of bubbles. Aromas of lemon zest and green apple. Medium-bodied, bright fruit, good acidity, very good persistence. Round, appealing, fruit driven finish.”

“The NV Franciacorta Golf 1927 is composed mostly of Chardonnay with a dollop of Pinot Noir. It’s rich and floral with earthy minerals and hints of smoke that give way to spiced pear. This is savory and almost salty in character, coasting across a delicate bead of bubbles, and finishing on cheek-puckering tension.”