Combine Mosnel, one of the DOCG’s top producers, with Franciacorta, Italy’s best DOCG for sparkling wine and the result is, unsurprisingly, delightful. The Satèn designation, always a Blanc de Blancs, indicates that the wine has been bottled with less atmospheric pressure, giving it an added creaminess from less fizz. Mosnel’s Satèn, 100 percent Chardonnay, delivers a luxurious silkiness accented by subtle green apple notes. Elegant and creamy, it dances on the palate and seemingly lasts forever after you swallow it. It is a fabulous way to start an evening!
95 Michael Apstein