Peri Bigogno Cuvée Prestige Brut 2021

Winemaking

Peri Bigogno is a small family producer in Franciacorta, crafting sparkling wines with a focus on precision and elegance. The house emphasizes traditional methods and careful dosage to let the inherent character of the fruit and terroir shine through in each bottling.

Tasting Notes

This Cuvée Prestige opens with inviting aromas of green apple and citrus, layered with brioche and a whisper of mineral salinity. On the palate, you'll find crisp, refined acidity balanced by fine, persistent bubbles, with flavors of lemon zest and toasted hazelnut developing as it opens. The finish is clean and lingering, touched by almond notes that add subtle complexity without overwhelming the wine's essential freshness.

Producer

Peri Bigogno operates as a boutique estate within Franciacorta, maintaining the meticulous standards that define quality sparkling wine production in the region. The producer works within the strict framework of the DOCG, combining traditional méthode champenoise techniques with a keen eye toward expressing the distinctive character of their vineyard holdings.

Terroir

Franciacorta, located in Lombardy near Lake Iseo, benefits from a temperate continental climate moderated by the lake's influence, creating ideal conditions for growing high-acid Chardonnay. The region's glacial soils—rich in limestone and mineral deposits—impart the precision and mineral backbone that distinguish Franciacorta sparkling wines from their peers.

Food Pairings

Serve this alongside fresh oysters or seared scallops with brown butter and lemon for an elegant aperitif pairing. It's equally at home with risotto al tartufo or a simple cheese course featuring aged Parmigiano-Reggiano and creamy burrata.