Castello di Bonomi “20 Years” Limited Edition Black Label

A Franciacorta outside of time, an absolute symbol of elegance, rarity, and longevity.
The Riserva Lucrezia Black Label was born from a deep family history and an ambitious vision: to create a Franciacorta capable of defying time. First produced in 1999 and dedicated to Lucrezia Bonomi, it represents the highest qualitative expression of Castello Bonomi.

Crafted exclusively in the finest vintages and from historic vineyards located on the terraces of Monte Orfano, this cuvée is the result of extreme selection and extraordinary patience.

The 2004 vintage marks a unique moment: only 250 bottles, aged for over 220 months on the lees. Time that transforms the wine into an experience.

A rare, profound, and unrepeatable Franciacorta.

🍷 Wine Profile
Deep, luminous golden color, with an extremely fine and persistent perlage.
On the nose, it is complex and layered, with evolved notes of dried fruit, honey, bread crust, spices, and mineral hints.
On the palate, it is extraordinarily elegant and vertical, with a significant structure supported by freshness and a very long finish, capable of evolving in the glass.

🍽 When to Drink It
A wine for important occasions, collectors, or fine dining.

Perfect with:

• raw seafood and oysters
• premium shellfish
• white truffle
• gourmet dishes and haute cuisine
• aged and complex cheeses

Also ideal as a meditation wine.

💎 Why It’s Special
✔ Only 250 bottles produced
✔ Exceptional aging: over 220 months on the lees
✔ 100% Pinot Noir
✔ Produced only in the best vintages
✔ Ultimate expression of the Monte Orfano terroir
✔ A collector’s and investment wine

🌿 Vineyards and Territory
The grapes come from the oldest vineyards of Castello Bonomi, located at 275 meters above sea level on the terraces of Monte Orfano, one of the most renowned terroirs in Franciacorta.

A unique microclimate and mineral-rich soils contribute to the wine’s structure, elegance, and extraordinary aging potential.

🏗 Vinification and Aging
Traditional method with fermentation and secondary fermentation in bottle.
Aged on the lees for over 220 months—far beyond the standard 60 months—to achieve unique complexity and depth.
Extremely limited selection, followed by a long rest in bottle before release.

📊 Technical Sheet
Wine name: Riserva Lucrezia Black Label
Appellation: Franciacorta DOCG
Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2004
Alcohol: n/a
Vineyard altitude: 275 m a.s.l.
Aging: over 220 months on the lees
Production: 250 bottles
Style: Extra Brut
Serving temperature: 8–10°C