FRANCIACORTA
SATÈN
93 Ca’ del Bosco 2014 Vintage Collection Satèn (Franciacorta). Citrus zest, crushed herb, pastry dough and wild herb aromas follow over to the vibrant palate along with lemon, yellow apple and a hint of vanilla. Racy acidity gives it freshness and tension while the silky perlage lends softness and elegance. Santa Margherita USA. —K.O.
abv: 12.5% Price: $80
91 Barone Pizzini 2014 Satèn Brut (Franciacorta). Pastry dough, white stone fruit and acacia aromas waft delicately from the glass. Smooth and supple, the fresh elegant palate doles out yellow apple, white peach, candied lemon zest and a hint of white almond. Vibrant acidity brightens the rich flavors while the silky mousse lends finesse. It closes on a savory mineral note. LLS–Winebow. —K.O.
abv: 12% Price: $45
90 Le Quattro Terre NV Luna Mea Satèn (Franciacorta). Creamy and fresh, this opens with aromas of chamomile, yellow stone fruit and bread crust. The soft palate offers mature yellow apple and a dollop of chestnut honey alongside a foaming mousse. New France Wine Co. —K.O.
abv: 12.5% Price: $35
Aromas of brioche, spring flower and white stone fruit waft out of the glass. Fresh and refined, the palate delivers lemon zest, yellow pear and a hint of acacia honey alongside bright acidity and a soft mousse. It
