Vineyard Tech: How Our Weather Stations Protect Montina Franciacorta Anyone strolling through the Montina vineyards in the heart of Franciacorta might spot some curious high-tech structures nestled among the rows. These are far from ordinary weather stations; they are advanced bioclimatic monitoring towers—the technological sentinels driving our cutting-edge viticulture Today, caring for our vines goes…
Franciacorta Harvest 2025: The Story of Montina’s 38th Harvest On August 19, Montina opened its 38th harvest, and now that the picking is complete, we can share the story of a vintage that promises to be truly remarkable. For us, harvest time is not just a tradition—it’s the first step in the journey that transforms…
How a Vineyard Is Born in Franciacorta From soil selection to planting the young vines Behind every bottle of Franciacorta lies a long and meticulous journey—one that begins well before harvest. It all starts in the vineyard: that’s where the quality of the future wine takes shape. But how is a new vineyard established? And…
1987 Bottles for 40 Years of History: Montina’s Anniversary Cuvée In 2027, Montina will celebrate its 40th anniversary, and we’ve chosen to mark this important milestone in the way that best represents us: by creating a unique Franciacorta that embodies our story, our vision, and the evolution of a territory we deeply love. The project…
Cuvée in the Classic Method: meaning, process and the uniqueness of Montina Franciacorta What does “cuvée” mean in the world of wine? The term cuvée is often used in the wine industry to refer to a selection of base wines intended for blending, particularly in the production of traditional method sparkling wines. In this context,…
Pruning: Care and innovation in the Montina Franciacorta Vineyards Pruning is a vital practice in vineyard management, requiring expertise and dedication to ensure the health and productivity of the vines. Montina Franciacorta, committed to excellence, has recently adopted the Simonit & Sirch pruning method to further enhance the quality of its wines and preserve vine…
Franciacorta and pairings We are now eight: a true family. Eight wines, eight personalities, all deeply connected to our territory and born from knowledge that reaches far back in time. Each of our Franciacorta wines has this unique quality: it carries echoes of artisanal expertise rooted in a long history, while being modern, as tastes…
Introducing Montina Franciacorta Dosage Zéro: Our Purest Essence Every so often, a wine emerges that is set to become a new benchmark. Let’s raise a glass to a Franciacorta that embodies the values and passion of Montina. Named Dosage Zéro, enhanced with a violet and gold label, it fully represents us with the quality of…
SEVEN WAYS TO SAY FRANCIACORTA DO YOU PREFER THE DELICATE SATÈN, THE DRY AND DECISIVE EXTRA BRUT, OR ARE YOU CRAZY ABOUT THE SMOOTH DEMI SEC? No worries, there’s a Montina Franciacorta for every palate and every occasion. The main differences between the various types of Franciacorta are related to the type of grapes used…
FRESH, SOFT, FRAGRANT: WHAT IS THE SECRET OF OUR FRANCIACORTA ROSÉ DEMI SEC? The brief maceration on the skins of Pinot Noir gives it the characteristic pink color, an enveloping aroma, and a flavor rich in small red berries from the undergrowth. Add the freshness and elegance of Chardonnay, and you’ll have an aroma of…