rating B+

standout a blinding website

about sister winery of Bellavista for a very jazzy style appealing to younger drinkers. Full range of Franciacorta wines made, at relatively affordable prices.

wines tasted

“Zèro” (vintage) ($30)

50/50 Pinot Nero and Chardonnay. Nine months ageing for base wine, partially in barrels. 38-42 months on the lees. Toasty, rich, and buttery—there is some malolactic fermentation. As the wine’s name suggests, there is no dosage—acidity balances the wine’s richness.

website https://www.contadicastaldi.it/en/

email contadicastaldi@contadicastaldi.it

phone +39 030 7450 126

address via Colzano, 42, Adro