Franciacorta Magazine

The 2026 Franciacorta harvest officially begins on 30 July in the areas of Gussago and Monte Orfano. For the first time, grape harvesting starts in July, an unprecedented event driven by the increasingly frequent climate fluctuations that require the region to respond swiftly and effectively in order to preserve both the crop and the quality ... Read more

You don’t have to wait for the official August holidays to feel like you’re on vacation. Sometimes all it takes is a couple of days, a change of pace, and a destination that knows how to surprise you. Franciacorta is one of those places. Just over an hour from Northern Italy’s major cities, it’s the ... Read more

Sdraiarsi su coperte stese tra i filari per un picnic, pedalare lungo le strade del vino, raggiungere la Panchina Gigante per una camminata al tramonto con aperitivo finale, entrare in cantina per una degustazione guidata, mettersi in gioco con una caccia al tesoro tra i vigneti, passeggiare a cavallo, seguire un wine trekking o fermarsi ... Read more

There is a new way to tell the story of wine—one that begins with people before the product itself. This is the idea behind Storie di Franciacorta, the new video series created through a collaboration between the Franciacorta Consortium and renowned food storyteller Chiara Maci. A food expert and sommelier, television personality, author, and passionate ... Read more

On September 16th, 2026, the Franciacorta Festival returns to LA On September 16, 2026, the Franciacorta Festival will return to Los Angeles with an event dedicated to wine trade professionals, offering an opportunity to deepen their knowledge of Franciacorta through guided tastings and direct meetings with producers. Set in the elegant surroundings of Catch West ... Read more

Franciacorta Festival Returns to Zurich on 7 September On 7 September 2026, the Franciacorta Festival will return to Zurich with an event organized in collaboration with Falstaff, dedicated to showcasing the many expressions of Franciacorta. Set in the prestigious Kongresshaus Zürich, more than 36 wineries will present their wines, offering trade professionals and, from 5:00 ... Read more

On June 29, 2026, the Franciacorta Festival will make its stop in Munich with an event dedicated to the diverse expressions of Franciacorta. In the prestigious setting of the Ballsaal at The Charles Hotel, 21 wineries will showcase their wines, offering both wine professionals and enthusiasts the opportunity to discover the richness and identity of ... Read more

On June 8th, 2026, the Franciacorta Festival returns to Miami On June 8, 2026, the Franciacorta Festival returns to Florida with an event in Miami dedicated to the many expressions of Franciacorta. Set in the elegant surroundings of the Miami Pool House, 10 producers will present their wines for tasting, showcasing different styles, territories, and ... Read more

Chef Davide Modesti – Ristorante Vivace A Christmas recipe which goes perfectly with Franciacorta DifficultyMedium-HighTime04:30Food pairingsFranciacorta RoséIngredientsSERVES 4: 1 capon 200 g bread 100 g Grana Padano cheese 150 ml capon broth 150 g butter 2 cloves of garlic salt to taste oil to taste thyme to taste rosemary to taste 1 bunch of parsley ... Read more

Chef Mauro Zacchetti – Al Malò Cucina e Miscelazione A Christmas recipe which goes perfectly with Franciacorta DifficultyMedium-HighTime03:00Food pairingsFranciacorta SatènIngredientsSERVES 4: For the pasta: 500 g white 00 flour 1 whole egg 150 g egg yolk 5 g salt For the filling: 1 approx. 2 kg Delica pumpkin 100 g Parmigiano Reggiano Nutmeg To finish ... Read more

Chef Stefano Cerveni – Ristorante Due Colombe Al Borgo Antico A Christmas recipe which goes perfectly with Franciacorta DifficultyMedium-HighTime05:00Food pairingsFranciacorta RiservaIngredientsSERVES 4: 1 whole guinea fowl 1 stick of celery 1 carrot 1 onion 1 bunch of rosemary 200 ml of white wine 50 grams of honey 2 litres of water 300 ml fresh cream ... Read more