About this wine
First released in 1967 and named after Val Scellera, the valley where the Francone winery was built in 1964, Valsellera Brut was among the pioneering Metodo Classico sparkling wines of the Langhe. Made from Chardonnay using the traditional method, it is a crisp, elegant brut style sparkling wine.
A historic house style and an easy way to try Italian traditional-method sparkling wine.
Sommelier's Note
"Valsellera Brut carries nearly six decades of Metodo Classico heritage in every glass — Francone was making traditional-method sparkling wine well before it became fashionable in Piedmont."
Food Pairings
A versatile aperitif sparkling wine, also pairs well with seafood starters and light appetizers.
When to drink it
Aperitivo, celebrations, toasts.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Chardonnay
- Style
- Sparkling, White
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
- Price Range
- 約3,500〜4,800円（海外小売価格からの参考換算）
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Chardonnay, made by the traditional method (Metodo Classico) with secondary fermentation in bottle, in the brut style.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long has Francone made this sparkling wine?
- Since 1967, making it one of the earliest Metodo Classico sparkling wines in the Langhe.
- What grape is it made from?
- 100% Chardonnay, made using the traditional method (Metodo Classico).
- Where does the name 'Valsellera' come from?
- It's named after Val Scellera, the valley where the Francone winery was built in 1964.
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