Franciacorta, Italy

Franciacorta is located in Lombardy, northern Italy, near Lake Iseo. This region enjoys a cool continental climate, with the lake moderating temperatures and the Alps providing protection from harsh weather. These conditions make it perfect for producing Italy’s finest traditional method sparkling wines.

Franciacorta is Italy’s first region to exclusively produce traditional method sparkling wines.

It holds DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) status, Italy’s highest wine classification.

Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir), Pinot Bianco (Pinot Blanc), and Erbamat.

 

Where is Franciacorta?

Franciacorta is located in Lombardy, northern Italy, near Lake Iseo.

Franciacorta is located in Lombardy, northern Italy, near Lake Iseo.

Gifted by Nature

This region enjoys a cool continental climate, with the lake moderating temperatures and the Alps providing protection from harsh weather.

This region enjoys a cool continental climate, with the lake moderating temperatures and the Alps providing protection from harsh weather.

Italy’s Finest Sparkling Wines


Franciacorta holds DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) status, Italy’s highest wine classification.

Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir), Pinot Bianco (Pinot Blanc), and Erbamat.
Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir), Pinot Bianco (Pinot Blanc), and Erbamat.

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