Fratus
Located in the Franciacorta area, precisely within the municipality of Cologne, the sparkling wine reality Fratus is driven by the intent to express the truest essence of the territory, without filters and sophistication. Pursuing this goal, the Fratus family adopts genuine agronomic and oenological practices, respecting the environment and the identity of its sparkling wines. The Fratus family began winemaking in the 1960s with the founder Giovanni Fratus, who after a series of experiences at the best hotels and restaurants in Switzerland and Germany acquired the Riccafana estate, which consisted of a piece of land in a state of abandonment and an ancient Lombard farmhouse from the 15th century, which he had restored. Today the business is in the hands of Riccardo, Giovanni's son, who shares with his father the same innovative vision focused on quality.
The Riccafana estate of the Fratus family has 15 hectares of vineyards located on the southern slope of Monte Orfano, planted on clay-limestone soils with a strong mineral component. Compared to other areas of Franciacorta, the southern area of Monte Orfano is characterized by lower precipitation, favoring optimal ripening and perfect health of the grapes. The vineyards are dedicated to Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, varieties cultivated since 2006 following the rules set by the organic farming regulations, a factor that makes Riccardo Fratus a forerunner of organic farming in the area. In the winery, the vinifications are carried out in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and, to a lesser extent, in wooden barrels, while the sparkling process takes place in the bottle according to the Metodo Classico, associated with prolonged aging on the lees. The dosages are then kept rather low, in order to enhance the purest expression of the wine.
The Franciacorta wines signed by Fratus have a tense and balanced taste, with beautiful progression, clean and well-defined aromas. The flagship label of the selection is the Franciacorta Millesimato Dosaggio Zero, a sparkling wine of rare elegance and organoleptic complexity.
Located in the Franciacorta area, precisely within the municipality of Cologne, the sparkling wine reality Fratus is driven by the intent to express the truest essence of the territory, without filters and sophistication. Pursuing this goal, the Fratus family adopts genuine agronomic and oenological practices, respecting the environment and the identity of its sparkling wines. The Fratus family began winemaking in the 1960s with the founder Giovanni Fratus, who after a series of experiences at the best hotels and restaurants in Switzerland and Germany acquired the Riccafana estate, which consisted of a piece of land in a state of abandonment and an ancient Lombard farmhouse from the 15th century, which he had restored. Today the business is in the hands of Riccardo, Giovanni's son, who shares with his father the same innovative vision focused on quality.
The Riccafana estate of the Fratus family has 15 hectares of vineyards located on the southern slope of Monte Orfano, planted on clay-limestone soils with a strong mineral component. Compared to other areas of Franciacorta, the southern area of Monte Orfano is characterized by lower precipitation, favoring optimal ripening and perfect health of the grapes. The vineyards are dedicated to Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, varieties cultivated since 2006 following the rules set by the organic farming regulations, a factor that makes Riccardo Fratus a forerunner of organic farming in the area. In the winery, the vinifications are carried out in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and, to a lesser extent, in wooden barrels, while the sparkling process takes place in the bottle according to the Metodo Classico, associated with prolonged aging on the lees. The dosages are then kept rather low, in order to enhance the purest expression of the wine.
The Franciacorta wines signed by Fratus have a tense and balanced taste, with beautiful progression, clean and well-defined aromas. The flagship label of the selection is the Franciacorta Millesimato Dosaggio Zero, a sparkling wine of rare elegance and organoleptic complexity.
