Franciacorta

/frahn-chyah-KOHR-tah/
[Italian]

A DOC zone of Lombardy where Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Nebbiolo grapes are grown for the production of red wine; Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco for white; and, additionally, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Nero for a sparkling white.

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