Bellavista is a highly regarded producer of Franciacorta DOCG sparkling wine from the Lombardy region of Italy. Franciacorta is made using the traditional method (like Champagne) and is known for its quality and complexity.
Bellavista produces several different Franciacorta wines in the standard 750ml bottle format, each with its own character. Here are details on some of their most popular offerings:
Alma Gran Cuvée Brut (or Cuvée Brut)
This is their flagship non-vintage brut sparkling wine.
| Feature | Description |
| Type | Sparkling White (Brut) |
| Grapes | Primarily Chardonnay, with Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir) and a small amount of Pinot Bianco. |
| Color/Perlage | Straw yellow with greenish highlights; fine and persistent bead (perlage) of bubbles. |
| Aroma | Ample and enveloping, with notes of ripe fruit, fresh flowers, vanilla, and pastry/brioche due to aging on the lees. |
| Taste | Complex, balanced, and elegant. It is fresh, vibrant, and mineral on the palate with a long, harmonious finish. |
| Style | Embodies the quintessential Franciacorta style: balanced, elegant, and complex. |
Other Notable Bellavista Franciacorta Wines:
- Brut Vendemmia La Scala (Vintage): A vintage expression (like 2019 or 2020) that shows rich notes of apricot tart, marzipan, vanilla-infused pastry cream, and toast, often with a powerful, dynamic, and complex texture.
- Alma Gran Cuvée Non Dosato: A completely dry (zero dosage) wine, with no added sugar after disgorgement, offering a very pure and fresh expression of the terroir.
- Brut Rosé: Characterized by a soft pink color and an exuberant character with red berry and fruit compote aromas.