Nicola Gatta, Quattrocento Extra Brut R19, NV Needs Photo with vibrant acidity that lifts

with vibrant acidity that lifts the fruit

Classic anisette from the south of France

Subtle hints of spice

For fans of Sauvignon Blanc

Nicola Gatta, Quattrocento Extra Brut R19, NV Needs Photo with vibrant acidity that liftsNicola Gatta farms biodynamically just outside Franciacorta and deliberately bottles outside the DOCG rules, because playing by the book was never the point. Quattrocento is his traditional method sparkler from high, limestone rich vineyards in Gussago, mostly Chardonnay with a splash of Pinot Nero. The R19 marks a 2019 base, aged about 40 months (its '40 lune') on the lees with no added sulfites, finished Extra Brut. What you get is a mineral, chalky