Curtefranca

The "Curtefranca" Protected Designation of Origin includes two types of wine: the red Curtefranca and the white Curtefranca. There are also variants with mention of the vineyard.

Grapes

"Curtefranca" bianco is produced using grapes from vineyards composed of at least 50% Chardonnay and a maximum of 50% Pinot bianco and/or Pinot nero. In Curtefranca Rosso, on the other hand, the composition required is a minimum of 20% Cabernet Franc and/or Carmenere, a minimum of 25% Merlot and between 10% and 35% Cabernet Sauvignon. In addition, up to a maximum of 15%, other non-aromatic red grapes suitable for cultivation in Lombardia may also be used.

Physicochemical and Organoleptic properties

From the point of view of its organoleptic characteristics, the white Curtefranca (11% vol.) is straw-coloured, embellished with greenish reflections. It has a characteristic, delicate and floral aroma, combined with a dry, soft, savoury and harmonious flavour. Red Curtefranca, on the other hand, has a very lively tonality, with brilliant ruby reflections. The aroma stands out for its characteristic fruitiness and for any herbaceous elements. The taste is medium bodied, dry, winy and harmonious. Both the White and Red can be produced with mention of vineyard. In this case the peculiarities are significantly different: the scents are richer, the structure becomes remarkable and emerge characterizations related to the specific vineyard.

Grape production area

The production area is located in the northern part of the Pianura Padana, between Lake of Iseo and the Alpine massif. The presence of the lake allows to mitigate the temperatures and make them more suitable for viticulture.

Specificity and historical notes

Traces of vine cultivation in the Curtefranca area date back to prehistoric times. In Provaglio d'Iseo, in fact, grape seeds were found.