Many of the most important vineyards in recent decades were abandoned. With significantly higher management costs associated with terraced lands on the hillside, many of the 'names' retreated to the flatlands to take advantage of easier field management. This translates to grapes with fewer characteristics, born from soil that lacks the depth to bring out all that is Franciacorta. Corte Fusia invests significant effort in its lands and, with pride and a desire to revive two century-old vineyards, has restored them. They have terraced vineyards on the hill at various elevations. Pieces here and there. There's a 100% hands-on job - outstanding commitment, longer hours, and more attention that you can taste in the bottle. You get what you give.

Daniele Gentile and Gianluigi (Gigi) Nembrini have roots here, dating back to their birth in 1982. Friends since childhood, they are separated by less than 30 days in age. They grew up with Monte Orfano behind them, not knowing their friendship would marry into a partnership. These young men envision heightening Franciacorta to a position comparable to the finest Sparkling wines. With studies and passion under their belts, they carved out a name for themselves: Corte Fusia. They have revived time-forgotten vineyards, lavishing them with love and replanting when needed, all on the southern-facing hill of Monte Orfano. They grow classic grapes - Pinot Nero (Noir), Chardonnay, and Pinot Bianco- for their classic wines, obeying their dogma, which means maximum respect and less invasiveness. Their dogma is present from the fields to the winery, a family property that has given life to their legacy. These diligent young men make four wines - Franciacorta Brut, Franciacorta Satèn, Franciacorta Rosé, and Franciacorta Zero, and, in the very best vintages, a 5th, Riserva—intelligent wines with a heart.